Job Description
The Gierach Law Firm is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Paralegal to join our Estate Planning Team in our Naperville office. The successful candidate will support attorneys in all phases of estate planning. They will play a critical role in managing client files, maintaining compliance, and facilitating clear communication with clients.
Key Responsibilities:
- Draft estate planning documents to include wills, trusts, powers of attorney, advance healthcare directives, and related amendments.
- Collect and organize financial, personal, and asset information from clients.
- Manage and maintain client files, both digital and physical, in accordance with firm policies.
- Monitor deadlines and maintain tickler systems for follow-up.
- Maintain up to date knowledge of relevant estate, tax, and probate laws.
- Communicate professionally with clients, financial advisors, and other third parties
Qualifications:
- Minimum 5 years experience in estate planning or a related legal field.
- Strong understanding of estate planning documents, terminology, and procedures.
- Experience with legal practice management software such as Smokeball.
- Notary Public license
Key Skills:
- Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Professional demeanor and discretion with confidential information.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
Working Conditions:
- Primarily office-based with standard business hours, some flexibility may be required.
- Occasional client meetings or signings may occur outside of normal office hours.
Pay & Benefits:
- Up to $75,000 salary - Commensurate with experience
- Employee Medical Plan
To Apply:
Please submit a cover letter along with your resume and send to
BrianT@GierachLawFirm.com
. Thank you for considering this opportunity. We will contact candidates whose qualifications best match our firm’s needs. Please, no direct inquiries or agency submissions.Numbers & Facts
| Location | Naperville, Illinois |
| Industry | Management Consulting Services |
| Company Size | 10,000 employees or more |
| Website | https://jobs.adp.com/life-at-adp/ |
About Company
ADP powers the working world with comprehensive solutions that drive business success. Consistently named one of the "Most Admired Companies" by FORTUNE® Magazine, and recognized by Forbes® as one of "The World's Most Innovative Companies," ADP has over a half-million clients around the globe and 65 years of experience as one of the largest providers of human capital management solutions world-wide.
At ADP, we believe that diversity fuels innovation. ADP is committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, genetic information, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, lawful alien status, national origin, age, marital status, non-job related physical or mental disability, or protected veteran status. We support an inclusive workplace where associates excel based on personal merit, qualifications, experience, ability, and job performance.
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