Paralegal
Kelleher + Holland, LLC · Barrington, IL · 4 days ago
On-siteLegalFull-time
Position Summary
Key Responsibilities
- Cook up document execution, notarization, and client signings
- Manage client correspondence and track key milestones
- Gather, review, and organize client financial and asset information
- Maintain and organize electronic and hard-copy client files and document management systems
- Maintain calendars and schedule meetings, signings, and hearings
- Track case-related expenses and prepare client matter packages
- Answer, screen, and initiate phone calls and emails with clients, attorneys, and third parties
- Prepare probate and estate administration or other court filings as needed
- Conduct legal and financial research as requested
- Format, proofread, and finalize legal documents with precision and consistency
- Maintain and update templates, checklists, and practice-area resources
- Provide exceptional client service with empathy, particularly during sensitive or emotional situations
- Maintain strict confidentiality and exercise sound independent judgment
- Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned
Requirements
- Minimum 3 years of experience in a law office in a paralegal or support role
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel, Teams)
- Strong organizational, time management, and proofreading skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to manage sensitive matters with professionalism, empathy, and discretion
- Familiarity with legal terminology, document formatting, and case file management
- Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Strong interpersonal skills and collaborative mindset
- Comfortable working independently and as part of a team
- Typing speed of 60+ WPM preferred
Benefits
401(k) with employer matching
Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
Paid time off