Probate Paralegal / Legal Assistant

Job Summary We are seeking an experienced Probate Paralegal / Legal Assistant for a direct hire opportunity in Tampa, FL supporting attorneys with probate, estate administration, and estate planning matters for high-net-worth clients. This fully on-site role is ideal for a detail-oriented legal professional who thrives in a fast-paced, client-focused legal services environment. The Probate Paralegal / Legal Assistant will play a key role in managing complex estate workflows, preparing legal documents, coordinating with courts and financial institutions, and supporting attorneys throughout all phases of probate and estate administration. This opportunity offers stability, meaningful legal work, and the chance to work closely with experienced attorneys in a professional, collaborative setting that values accuracy, confidentiality, teamwork, and responsive client service. Key Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys with probate and estate administration matters, including petitions, inventories, accountings, and related court filings.
• Draft, prepare, review, and organize legal documents related to probate, estate administration, and estate planning.
• Communicate professionally with clients, beneficiaries, courts, financial institutions, and outside stakeholders.
• Conduct legal research using tools such as Westlaw and LexisNexis to support case preparation and attorney requests.
• Maintain organized case files through document management systems while tracking deadlines, filings, and case activity.
• Interview clients and gather detailed information needed for estate administration and related legal matters. Compensation and Benefits
• Salary range: $65,000 to $80,000 per year.
• Job type: Direct hire.
• Work arrangement: Fully on-site in Tampa, FL.

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