RCO Law · 1 week ago
Business, Estate Planning and Probate Paralegal
RCO Law is currently searching for a highly motivated, independent, and detail-oriented Paralegal to support their Business-Corporate and Wealth Preservation Practice Groups. The role involves drafting legal documents, preparing probate forms, performing UCC searches, and assisting with client interactions and due diligence tasks.
ConsultingLegal
Responsibilities
Drafting routine legal estate planning, probate, transactional, and real estate documents for review by supervising attorney
Preparation of probate forms in various regional courts in NW Ohio and SE Michigan for review by supervising attorney
Perform UCC searches
Recording of deeds and other legal documents
Assist with due diligence to include review of contracts, title commitments and surveys, and coordinate and implement closings
Direct client interface, including keeping clients informed and escalating concerns as appropriate
Drafting routine correspondence
Assist with trust administration and related document preparation for review by supervising attorney
Familiarity with local, regional and state-level administrative agency procedural rules, including e-filing documents in appropriate agencies
Qualification
Required
Undergraduate degree
Minimum of three years of relevant paralegal experience in areas of estate planning, probate, real estate and business transactions
Strong organizational skills
Excellent written and oral communication skills, including interpersonal communications with co-workers, clients, opposing counsel, vendors, and court staff
Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 and Adobe Acrobat applications
Strong attention to detail
Self-starter
Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
Enthusiasm for working as part of a team
US work authorization
Preferred
Paralegal certification by the Ohio State Bar Association (or equivalent)
Familiarity with both Ohio and Michigan probate courts
Benefits
Health care
Paid time off
Life insurance
401k deferred compensation