Job Title:

Family Law & Probate Paralegal

Company:

Apol Law LLC

Work Setting/Location:

In-Office

City/State:

Annapolis, MD

Salary/Pay Range:

52,000 - 62,000

Travel Requirements:

Local

Benefits:

401K, Paid Time Off, Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Retirement Plan

Employment Type:

Full Time

Position Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Paralegal to support our growing practice in Family Law, Probate Administration, and Estate Planning. The ideal candidate is an organized, “Maryland-savvy” professional who understands the nuances of local court rules and possesses the emotional intelligence to assist clients through sensitive life events.

Experience: 3+ years of paralegal experience specifically within the Maryland legal system.
Systems: High proficiency in MDEC is required. Experience with case management software (e.g., Practice Panter, Clio) is preferred.
Local Knowledge: Familiarity with the rules and procedures of the Maryland Circuit Courts, District Courts, Registers of Wills, and Orphans’ Court.
Education: Paralegal certificate, Degree in Paralegal Studies or Maryland State Bar Association (MSBA) paralegal membership is a plus.

Maryland-Specific Responsibilities

MDEC Mastery: Manage electronic filings via the Maryland Electronic Courts (MDEC) system for the Circuit Court for Anne Arundel County and surrounding jurisdictions.
Family Law Litigation: Draft Maryland-specific pleadings and domestic forms, including Long/Short Form Financial Aﬃdavits (CC-DR-030/031) and Joint Statements of Marital Property.
Probate Administration: Coordinate directly with the Maryland Register of Wills; prepare Inventories, Information Reports, and Accounts for estates.
Estate Drafting: Prepare initial drafts of Maryland-compliant Wills, Revocable Trusts, and Advance Directives/Powers of Attorney.
Court Liaison: Handle physical filings or document retrieval at courthouses and/or Registers of Wills when necessary.
Experience with legal research (Westlaw) and writing.

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