Paralegal

FULL-TIME LEGAL ASSISTANT OR PARALEGAL

Our independent law firm, located in Ellsworth, is creating a full-time position for an experienced Legal Assistant or Paralegal. Prior legal experience may be preferred but is not required; however, prior experience in a professional office setting or completion of a Paralegal Studies program is required.

This position will involve frequent client contact in follow-up to attorney communications, preparation of legal documents, and an ability to support coworkers with various tasks relating to the firm’s specialties of estate planning, probate, and trust services.  This position has a specific opportunity to focus on trust administration.

Critical skills for the successful candidate will include professional communications, strong attention to detail, ability to manage time and priorities, and a desire to create a good customer experience.

For more information about our firm, please visit www.jks.legal.  This position includes a wage commensurate with experience, some scheduling flexibility, professional office accommodations, and retirement benefits.  We look forward to hearing from you!

Please send cover letter, resume, and references to:

Deborah Preble, Office Manager
P.O. Box 179
Ellsworth, ME 04605

deborah@jks.legal