Senior Estate Planning Paralegal – Law Firm in Plymouth, MN
Do you have extensive estate planning experience? Are you looking for an opportunity where you can take ownership of complex estate plan drafting while helping build and support a growing legal team?
This full-time Senior Estate Planning Paralegal opportunity offers the chance to join a rapidly growing, mission-driven law firm that is expanding its estate planning practice across multiple states. Working alongside experienced Estate Planning Attorneys, you will independently draft sophisticated estate planning documents, coordinate high-volume workflows, and mentor drafting contractors. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced estate planning professional who enjoys autonomy, process improvement, and delivers exceptional client service.
JOB DETAILS:
Full-time, Direct-Hire or Contract-to-Hire opportunity
Location: Primarily On-Site in Plymouth, MN
Hybrid flexibility available after onboarding (typically 1-2 remote days per week; Fridays are most flexible)
Schedule: Monday through Friday with flexibility as needed
Compensation: $85,000 to $90,000 annually, depending on qualifications
Growing law firm with significant expansion plans and opportunities for long-term career growth
THE RIGHT STAFF offers a basic benefits package including employee-paid health plan and insurance options, paid ESST, and referral bonuses while on contract.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Independently draft sophisticated estate planning documents, including trusts, wills, powers of attorney, health care directives, deeds, funding documents, and related estate planning materials using WealthCounsel
Review attorney notes and accurately prepare customized estate plans with minimal supervision
Create, update, and improve internal drafting templates and workflows
Coordinate drafting projects with contractor paralegals and review completed work for quality and accuracy
Mentor junior and contract paralegals on drafting standards and firm processes
Communicate directly with clients to obtain information, answer questions, and provide case updates throughout the estate planning process
Conduct deed research, obtain land records, complete title searches as needed, and coordinate electronic and paper deed recordings
Partner closely with attorneys to manage a high-volume estate planning practice that is expected to exceed 400 estate plans annually
Help improve processes and support the continued growth of the firm's expanding estate planning team
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
5+ years of estate planning paralegal experience
Hands-on WealthCounsel drafting experience is preferred
Extensive experience drafting wills, trusts, powers of attorney, health care directives, deeds, and related estate planning documents
Proven ability to independently manage a high-volume caseload with minimal attorney oversight
Experience reviewing work and mentoring junior or contract paralegals
Strong understanding of deed preparation, recording requirements, and real estate documentation
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities
Paralegal certificate or equivalent combination of education and legal experience
WHY JOIN THIS TEAM?
Join a growing law firm expanding into multiple states
Work alongside experienced estate planning attorneys in a collaborative environment
Play a key role in building processes and supporting a rapidly growing practice
Opportunity to become the firm's subject matter expert for WealthCounsel drafting
High-impact position with meaningful client work and long-term career growth
APPLY NOW!
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Visit www.therightstaff.com to view all current openings.
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