Transactional Paralegal

Job Description

Job Description

We're looking to hire a paralegal to work with us on a LONG TERM ONGOING BASIS for a growing and business-minded law firm.

You may be asked to work on a variety of business or estate planning-related projects, including drafting and reviewing documents and agreements, legal research, document filing, and general assistance with managing files to completion. Being a small firm, you will also be asked to assist with scheduling, answering phones, screening potential new clients, and calling governmental agencies.

JOB TYPE:

• Full-time, depending on the fit
• Compensation on an hourly or annual basis, depending on the candidate.
• Autonomy in the service of a file

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$48,000 - $60,000

• Perform administrative duties such as answering phone calls and keeping our case filing system organized so all documents are readily accessible

• Draft business legal documents, such as contractor, service agreements, asset purchase and stock purchase agreements, assignments, etc., under the guidance of a lawyer
• Draft estate planning legal documents, such as trusts, wills, powers of attorney, healthcare directives, etc., under the guidance of a lawyer
• Utilize and optimize drafting software to create the initial drafts of legal document deliverables, where applicable
• Arrange law office activity such as drafting entity amendments and filings, deeds, and facilitating the filings of such documents
• Aid lawyers in document creation and negotiations by conducting research on clients, and gathering and confirming deal information
• Proofread communications and legal documents for verification of accuracy and details
• Directly communicate with clients to gather information about their matter and desired outcomes
• Assist in case management activities to ensure the timely outcomes for clients
• Assist with documenting workflows and policies to ensure continual and consistent improvement in firm work processes
• Being a small shop, you will be asked to pitch in wherever help is needed

• Must have strong interpersonal skills and talent for writing and grammar
• Excellent organizational skills, and time-management skills

• Strong preference for candidates who have utilized and can show proficiency and learning ability with software platforms, specifically the following: Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, PPT), WealthCounsel documents
• At least 2 years of experience in legal services under an attorney, with at least 1 year of transactional or entity formation experience specifically
• Preference for having completed a paralegal professional certification program or Associate's degree in paralegal studies

REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum of 2 years of working as a paralegal in business (transactional, not litigation), estate planning, or related law firm
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Proven ability to meet deadlines and be well-organized
• Superior legal writing and research skills
• Self-starter and able to work independently
• Strong communication skills, whether in person, by phone, or email
• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast paced environment while staying organized
• Confident and dependable, with strong initiative
• Willing and able to learn new material quickly
• Comfortable with technology

Hiatt Law LLC, dba Entrepreneurial Law Advisors , is a trusted business law firm in Mesa, AZ, providing comprehensive legal solutions for entrepreneurs, small businesses, and their families. With a strong focus on business law, entrepreneurial law, and estate planning, our mission is to help you protect, grow, and structure your business with confidence.

Led by a seasoned entrepreneur with over 25 years of hands-on entrepreneurial experience, we go beyond legal counsel—we become your strategic partners. We understand the challenges business owners face because we have built and grown businesses ourselves. That’s why our firm is dedicated to providing practical, real-world legal advice tailored to your unique goals.

Whether you're launching a startup, managing a growing business, planning for your future, or navigating legal complexities, Entrepreneurial Law Advisors is here to support you at every step.