Legal Staff Paralegal in Jacksonville, FL

Law Firm

Jacksonville, FL

Legal Staff Paralegal in Jacksonville, FL

Legal Staff

Min 2 yrs required

No

Law Firm Seeking Experienced Probate Paralegal: Salary Information and Responsibilities

Salary Information:

Competitive salary based on experience
Full-time position

Job Title:

Probate Paralegal

Experience Information:

Minimum of 2 years of trust and estate related experience, including a background in trusts and estates and probate, with a law firm or in-house legal department (required)
Minimum of 2 years of college, Paralegal Certificate or equivalent work experience (preferred)

Responsibilities:

Assisting with all phases of estate and trust administration
Prepare pleadings to file with the court to initiate an estate proceeding and for ongoing estate administration
Monitor and maintain the estate administration and trust administration
Monitor the estate and trust accounts, including the payment of monthly expenses for an estate or trust
Gather information regarding the assets and debts of an estate and/or trust
Marshalling and transfer of assets
Gather information needed for preparation of tax returns required for an estate and trust administration and initial preparation of related tax returns
Preparation of estate/trust accountings
eFiling of documents in various counties
Obtains work assignments from attorneys in their office or assigned department
Conducts investigations, engages legal research, develops pleadings, prepares correspondence or documents for attorneys review
Contacts court administration and regulatory bodies as needed to fulfill job assignment
Maintains annual billable hours as set by the Firm
Performs other duties, projects and assignments as needed to support the Firm
Must be an independent, proactive, organized and diligent worker and able to work with minimal direction
Must be able to respond quickly and positively to shifting demands and opportunities
Must be able to multi-task and handle voluminous workflow, work under tight deadlines, balance multiple, detailed tasks simultaneously and prioritize appropriately
Must be able to create positive working relationships and effectively communicate with all parties in the transaction
Must demonstrate strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Must possess excellent writing and verbal skills
Must be detailed oriented and be able to prioritize daily tasks and responsibilities
Experience with tax and estate administration software programs a plus
Excellent computer skills required specifically Microsoft Office and Adobe. WorldDox and Practice Master experience is a plus.

Benefits:

401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

How to Apply:

Please send your cover letter and resume as a PDF to ****
Please include as the subject line the position to which you are applying and your name: ., “Paralegal – John Jones”

H1: Law Firm Seeking Experienced Probate Paralegal: Salary Information and Responsibilities
H2: Join Our Team as a Probate Paralegal at **Members Only**

Are you an experienced probate paralegal looking for a new opportunity? Look no further than **Members Only**! We are currently seeking a full-time probate paralegal to join our team.

As a probate paralegal, you will play a crucial role in assisting with all phases of estate and trust administration. This includes preparing pleadings, monitoring and maintaining estate and trust accounts, gathering information, and conducting investigations.

In this role, you must possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills, excellent communication and writing abilities, and be detail-oriented. You must also be able to work independently, prioritize tasks, and handle a high volume of work under tight deadlines. Experience with tax and estate administration software is a plus.

We offer a competitive salary based on experience, as well as a comprehensive benefits package that includes 401(k), dental, health, life, and vision insurance, and paid time off.

To apply, please send your cover letter and resume as a PDF to **** with the subject line "Paralegal - [Your Name]." We look forward to hearing from you!