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.
Paralegal PTM Trust and Estate Law Gainesville, FL Job Details Full-time $40,000 - $50,000 a year 19 hours ago Benefits Paid time off Qualifications Confidential information handling Phone communication Interviewing clients Writing skills Executive administrative support Transcription Legal administrative experience Attention to detail Data entry Organizational skills Legal case management Legal client interviewing Editing File organization Client interaction via phone calls Full Job Description Job Summary We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Paralegal to join our legal team. The ideal candidate will support attorneys across various practice areas, including estate planning, probate, and especially estate/trust litigation. This role requires strong organizational skills, legal research expertise, and experience with document management systems. The Paralegal will play a vital role in managing case files, conducting legal research, drafting documents, and providing administrative support to ensure efficient legal operations. Responsibilities Assist attorneys with case management Draft legal documents including wills, trusts, petitions, motions, pleadings, discovery requests, and correspondence with attention to accuracy and clarity. Review and organize legal documents for relevance and completeness; manage document review processes efficiently. Conduct client interviews and assist in the preparation of reports or summaries for attorneys. Provide executive administrative support including scheduling appointments, managing calendars, preparing reports, and handling correspondence with professionalism and confidentiality. Perform clerical tasks such as proofreading documents, transcribing recordings, data entry, filing, and maintaining organized records. Exhibit excellent phone etiquette while communicating with clients or external parties. Assist in project management tasks related to ongoing cases or firm initiatives. Requirements Proven paralegal experience with a strong background in our practice areas Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities efficiently. Excellent writing skills for drafting legal documents and correspondence. Attention to detail in proofreading and transcription tasks. Knowledge of legal administrative processes such as filing systems and document management systems. Effective interviewing skills for client interactions or witness statements. Ability to handle confidential information discreetly with professionalism. Strong clerical skills including data entry and administrative support functions. Excellent organizational skills complemented by effective phone etiquette and communication abilities.
