Paralegal - Estate, Probate & Litigation
21 hours ago
Cleveland
Job Description About the Opportunity On behalf of our client, a well-established law firm in Ohio, we are seeking an experienced Paralegal with a strong background in estate and probate administration, as well as litigation support involving real estate matters, shareholder disputes, and business contracts. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, highly organized, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced legal environment. This role requires strong communication skills, the ability to work collaboratively with attorneys and clients, and a proactive approach to case management. Key Responsibilities Estate & Probate Administration • Prepare and file probate forms, inventories, accountings, and related estate documents, • Assist attorneys with estate planning documents, including wills, trusts, and powers of attorney, • Communicate with courts, fiduciaries, beneficiaries, and financial institutions, • Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests/responses, and correspondence, • Manage document production, review, and organization, • Conduct legal research as requested by attorneys, • Assist with trial preparation, exhibits, deposition summaries, and court filings, • Maintain and manage attorney calendars, including deadlines, hearings, and meetings, • Schedule appointments, client calls, depositions, mediations, and court appearances, • Handle docketing requirements and ensure all deadlines are tracked and met, • Organize and maintain electronic and hard-copy files, • Assist with general administrative support as needed for smooth case progressionQualifications, • 3–5+ years of paralegal experience, preferably in estate/probate and civil litigation, • Knowledge of Ohio probate procedures required, • Experience with real estate disputes, business contract litigation, or shareholder matters preferred, • Strong understanding of litigation processes, court rules, and e-filing procedures, • Excellent writing, drafting, and organizational skills, • Ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines simultaneously, • Competitive compensation, • Supportive and collaborative team environment, • Opportunities for professional growth, • Engagement in meaningful and varied casework