Paralegal

Robert Half is looking for an experienced Paralegal to support estate planning matters for a legal team on a interim basis. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who is detail oriented and can manage sophisticated drafting work, coordinate directly with clients, and help keep matters moving efficiently from intake through execution. The role requires strong estate planning knowledge, confidence working independently, and advanced skill with legal drafting technology in a collaborative office environment. There is potential for this Contract role to be a full time position.

Responsibilities:

• Draft and refine a wide range of estate planning documents, including wills, trusts, powers of attorney, health care directives, deeds, and related supporting materials.

• Review legal documents carefully to confirm accuracy, completeness, and alignment with attorney guidance and client objectives.

• Use WealthCounsel extensively to prepare complex planning scenarios, resolve drafting issues, and support efficient document production.

• Develop, improve, and maintain internal templates and drafting resources to strengthen consistency across matters.

• Communicate with clients throughout the process to gather outstanding information, respond to questions, and provide timely status updates.

• Obtain deeds, land records, and other property-related documents needed for estate planning files and title-related review.

• Handle deed recording activities through electronic and mail submission methods while coordinating with county recording offices when issues arise.

• Manage assigned files with a high level of ownership and organization, helping maintain steady workflow and a positive client experience.

• Provide guidance to entry-level or contract paralegals on drafting tools, document preparation practices, and established procedures.

• 5+ years of experience in estate planning paralegal work, with direct involvement in preparing wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and health care directives.

• Demonstrated hands-on expertise with WealthCounsel drafting software.

• Proven ability to oversee a full caseload independently with limited day-to-day supervision from an attorney.

• Experience supporting, mentoring, or coordinating the work of less experienced or contract paralegal staff.

• Paralegal certificate or a comparable combination of education and relevant legal experience.

• Strong background in deed preparation, land record retrieval, title-related research, and recording procedures.

• Proficiency with case management software and the ability to manage detailed legal workflows accurately.

• Effective written and verbal communication skills for interacting with clients, attorneys, and external offices.