Paralegal - In Training

About the role

The Mom Project is excited to partner with an growing estate planning and elder law firm. Our client is seeking a compassionate, detail-oriented Paralegal In Training who is eager to learn and build a long-term career in the legal field. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about helping individuals and families, enjoys learning new skills, and thrives in a collaborative, team-oriented environment. This position is 100% onsite in Newport News, VA.

Responsibilities

- Learn to prepare, review, and organize estate planning documents with accuracy and attention to detail. - Learn to assist with probate and trust administration matters under the guidance of experienced team members. - Learn to support client meetings and help provide exceptional client service throughout the estate planning process. - Learn to prepare legal documents, court filings, inventories, accountings, notices, and other case-related materials. - Organize client files and manage case workflows to ensure deadlines are met. - Serve as a professional and compassionate point of contact for clients. - Work collaboratively with attorneys and team members to ensure a smooth client experience. - Continuously develop your legal knowledge and skills through hands-on training and mentorship.

Qualifications

- Strong organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail. - Excellent written and verbal communication skills. - A positive attitude with a genuine desire to learn and grow. - The ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. - Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think proactively. - A compassionate, client-focused approach with patience and empathy. - A growth mindset and the ability to accept ongoing coaching and constructive feedback while applying it to continuously improve performance. - Dependable, flexible, and comfortable working both independently and as part of a collaborative team.

Requirements

- Work Schedule: Monday thru Thursday, 9am-5pm and Friday 9am-2pm - You Like Older Adults - Strong People Skills - Exceptional in Microsoft Office Word including Formatting - Exceptional with Excel and Outlook Applications - Excellent Verbal & Written Communication Skills - Exceptional Proofreading and Drafting Skills - Ability & Interest in Learning the Law in Multiple Practice Areas - Detail-oriented with an Ability to Organize Work to Meet Deadlines - Ability & Interest in Learning Multiple Software Platforms for Management of Firm Data, Calendar, and In Support of Practice Area Processes - Curious & Open to Learning New Concepts & Tasks - Not Defensive When Your Work Product is Edited or Revised - Independent, Self-motivated for Areas of Accountability - Adaptable to Changing Priorities - Value Team Model & Role on Team - Value Process

Benefits

This firm is committed to developing its team members through mentorship, continuous learning, and professional growth.