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Probate Paralegal
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A Paralegal or Legal Assistant assists attorneys and law offices with a variety of tasks ranging from administrative support to legal research and writing. Maintains and organizes files or file databases. Conducts legal or other background research, assists with preparation for trials or hearings, and drafts documents to be filed. Uses software for electronic discovery of materials such as email for a trial. May specialize in a particular area of the law such as corporate or criminal law, family law or real estate law.
$62,161 / year median in Florida
+14% projected growth
Job Description
- On-Site
- Join a Trusted, Community-Focused Law Firm Farr Law Firm P.
- Supporting clients through the probate process and reviewing financial documentation with care and clarityDocument Preparation
- Drafting, organizing, and managing legal documents for attorney reviewAsset Management
- Assisting with the collection, valuation, and liquidation of estate assetsCreditors' Claims
- Reviewing, tracking, and managing claims filed against the estateTax Filings
- Assisting with estate tax returns and related filingsIn‐office schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5pm Who You Are You're someone who: Manages your workload independently and stays ahead of deadlinesThrives in a fast-paced environment with shifting prioritiesDelivers high-quality work with accuracy and attention to detailAdapts easily to unique client needs and case complexities Required Skills & Qualifications Exceptional client service and interpersonal skillsStrong written and verbal communication abilitiesTech-savvy and quick to learn new softwareProficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Outlook and Word)2+ years of experience in probate or estate planning (paralegal or legal assistant)Knowledge of fiduciary accounting is a plusExperience as a Probate Paralegal preferred, not requiredFlorida Registered Paralegal designation is a plusBachelor's or Associate's degree helpful but not required About Farr Law Firm For more than 100 years, Farr Law Firm has been committed to protecting individual rights and supporting the responsible growth of our vibrant Gulf Coast region.
Company DescriptionAt FarrLaw Firm, we are dedicated to providing compassionate, comprehensive, and cutting-edge legal services. Farr Law Firm is growing, and we're looking for a motivated Estate Planning Paralegal to join our team. If you're detail driven, eager to learn, and passionate about helping clients through some of life's most important decisions, you'll feel right at home here.\r\n\r\nIf you're looking for a firm where your work matters, your ideas are valued, and your career can flourish, Farr Law Firm is the place for you. AI Translation Assistant Opens in new window