Legal Operations Coordinator overseeing legal operational activities and managing relations with external service providers at Mara Renewables Corporation. Enhancing legal processes and corporate governance within a fast - paced environment.
About the role
- Attorney at Westside Justice Center focusing on estate planning, probate, and asset protection. Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to empower underserved communities.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct legal representation, advice, and referrals in matters related to estate planning.
- Draft, review, and execute estate planning documents including wills, trusts, powers of attorney, advance directives, transfer-on-death instruments, and petitions.
- Represent clients in court proceedings.
- Counsel clients on succession planning, charitable giving, and intergenerational wealth protection.
- Address title and deed issues impacting estate transfers, including clearing title for heirs’ property and resolving ownership disputes.
- Ensure all estate planning services are culturally responsive, trauma-informed, and accessible to individuals from diverse backgrounds.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of Illinois probate law, estate tax implications, and property transfer procedures.
- Collaborate with other WJC attorneys and paralegals to assist clients with intersecting legal needs.
- Develop and facilitate community legal workshops and clinics focused on estate planning, probate navigation, and wealth equity.
- Supervise, train, and mentor volunteer attorneys, law students, and paralegals engaged in estate planning and related cases.
Requirements
- Active license to practice law in Illinois (required).
- 5 or more years of experience in estate planning, probate, elder law, or related legal practice areas.
- Strong drafting and analytical skills with proven ability to manage detailed legal documentation.
- Excellent communication and client counseling skills, with the ability to explain complex legal concepts clearly and compassionately.
- Commitment to racial equity, community empowerment, and holistic legal services.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary legal team.
- Strong organizational and project management skills; ability to balance multiple cases and deadlines.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with case management systems.
Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
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