Legal Assistant or Paralegal Job at Daniel G. Dougherty, Esquire, Whitehall, PA

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  • Daniel G. Dougherty, Esquire
  • Whitehall, PA

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Legal Assistant / Paralegal (Probate & Estate Planning Focus)

Are you a self-driven legal professional who thrives on precision and independence? We are looking for a highly organized Legal Assistant or Paralegal to become a cornerstone of our practice.

This role isn't just about administrative support—it is a deep dive into Probate and Estate Administration . If you pride yourself on catching the details others miss, drafting flawless motions, and managing complex case files without needing a roadmap, we want to hear from you.

The Opportunity

  • Location: On-site (Monday – Friday)
  • Hours: 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
  • Commitment: Full-Time preferred (Part-time considered for the right candidate, approx. 20-30 hours/week)

Your Core Impact

Your primary focus will be the lifecycle of Estate Planning and Probate . You will be the engine that keeps our estate ledgers balanced and our filings on track.

  • Estate & Probate Mastery: Take the lead on administering estates, tracking ledgers, and ensuring every step of the probate process is handled with surgical precision.
  • Drafting & E-Filing: Independently draft, prepare, and e-file a variety of legal documents, including Wills, Healthcare Power of Attorneys, Motions, Pleadings, and Discovery Requests.
  • Case Ownership: Monitor case files proactively. You’ll be responsible for identifying legal concepts to draft correspondence and ensuring all court deadlines are met.
  • Operational Flow: Handle the "day-to-day" with ease—from greeting clients and managing the calendar to handling mail, collection letters, and fund disbursements.
  • Court Liaison: Drop off and execute documents at local courthouses as needed.

Are You Our Ideal Candidate?

We are looking for someone who is self-efficient and views "hand-holding" as a bottleneck. You should possess:

  • Unrivaled Attention to Detail: You double-check every line. In probate and estate work, the small details are the big details.
  • Self-Motivation: You are a natural multi-tasker who anticipates needs before they arise and is willing to put in the extra effort to hit a critical deadline.
  • Technical Proficiency: You are an expert in Microsoft Word and Excel .
    • Bonus Points: Experience with QuickBooks or Word Perfect .
  • Communication Skills: You can pivot seamlessly from professional writing to empathetic client calls and firm collection follow-ups.
  • Organizational Prowess: You don't just manage a to-do list; you manage a workflow.

Why Join Us?

This is a position for a legal professional who wants their work to matter. You will be given the autonomy to manage your desk and the trust to execute high-level tasks in a focused, professional environment.

Ready to apply? Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter highlighting your experience with probate and estate administration.

Company Description

Sole Practice Law Office

Company Description

Sole Practice Law Office

Job Tags

Full time, Work at office, Local area, Monday to Friday

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