LHH Recruitment Solutions is seeking an Elder Law Paralegal for a law firm client in Boston, MA.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepare and file Medicaid applications accurately and within required timeframes.
• Collect information and documentation for Medicaid applications.
• Assist with preparation and filing of legal documents related to Estate Administration and Estate Planning.
• Communicate with clients, obtain information from them and update them on their cases and respond to their inquiries in a professional manner.
• Produce formal and informal summaries, accountings, and status reports.
• Coordinate with external parties to obtain required documentation.
• Maintain positive contact with clients, attorneys, and staff and observe confidentiality of attorney-client matters.
• Process statements, receipts and distributions for trusts and estates accounts.
• Address client inquiries in a timely and effective manner.
• Input billable time into time and billing software, Aderant.
• Assist with other tasks and projects as requested or needed.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of legal and financial principles normally acquired through completion of a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• A minimum of three years of paralegal experience.
• Solid understanding of Medicaid eligibility and application process.
• Experience working directly with clients and external parties such as banks and Department of Social Services.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook.
• Excellent time management skills, including being diligent at follow-up and self-directed follow-through.
• Professional attitude, reliable and strong work ethic.
• Interpersonal skills necessary in order to communicate with attorneys, colleagues and clients and provide information and customer service with courtesy and tact.
• Ability to organize and prioritize multiple tasks in a timely manner.
• Experience using Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and other software products.
• Experience using a time and billing software (Aderant a plus).
• Strong attention to detail and verbal and written communication skills.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance