Job Description

Job Title: Legal Assistant/Paralegal – Estate Planning & Elder Law

Location: 3333 New Hyde Park RD, Suite 211 New Hyde Park, NY 11042

Job Type: Full-Time

Salary range : $55k-$75k, DOE.

About Us:
Weiss Zarett Brofman Sonnenklar & Levy is a well-established law firm WITH A CONCENTRATION IN estate planning, trust and estate administration, elder law, and special needs planning. We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Legal Assistant/Paralegal to provide critical administrative and paralegal support to our estate planning attorneys.

Responsibilities:

• Provide administrative support, including scheduling, document management, and client communication.
• Draft, proofread, and organize legal documents, including wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and advance directives.
• Assist with estate administration tasks, including probate filings and beneficiary communications.
• Conduct legal research and prepare summaries for attorney review.
• Coordinate with courts, financial institutions, and government agencies as needed.
• Maintain and update client files in compliance with firm policies.
• Assist with billing, expense tracking, and other administrative duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Prior experience as a legal assistant or paralegal in estate planning, trust administration, or elder law preferred.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills with keen attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal practice management software (experience with Clio, WealthCounsel, or HotDocs is a plus).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Having a notary is a plus.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and retirement plans.
• Professional development opportunities.

If you are a proactive and detail-oriented professional looking to grow in the estate planning and elder law field, we encourage you to apply!

How to Apply:
Please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience to Cristina Mason at cmason@weisszarett.com.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $55,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance
• Work from home

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime

License/Certification:

• Paralegal Certificate (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in New Hyde Park, NY 11042

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