Legal Staff Paralegal in Sarasota, FL

Law Firm

Sarasota, FL

Legal Staff Paralegal in Sarasota, FL

Legal Staff

Min 2 yrs required

No

Job Title: Paralegal/Legal Assistant

Job Overview:
The position available is for a Guardianship Paralegal/Legal Assistant at a well-established general practice law firm. The role is situated within a non-corporate atmosphere and necessitates prior law office experience. The candidate must possess literacy and numeracy skills. Compensation is aligned with experience, and the position includes health insurance and paid vacation benefits.

Job Responsibilities:
- Provide executive administrative support to attorneys.
- Communicate with clients and other legal offices via email, phone, or in-person meetings.
- File guardianship case documents using the Florida e-portal system.
- Email and create copies of legal documents as necessary.
- Maintain calendars, schedule appointments, and complete necessary documents.
- Manage, organize, and collate legal documents efficiently.
- Assist in project management by tracking deadlines and coordinating tasks among team members.
- Review legal documents to ensure accuracy and compliance with legal standards.
- Conduct thorough research on legal cases, statutes, and regulations as required.
- Proofread documents to ensure clarity, grammar, and formatting are correct.

Education and Experience Information:
- Proven experience as a Paralegal/Legal Assistant or similar role within a law firm or corporate legal department is required.
- Proficiency in Microsoft programs, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
- Strong clerical skills with proficiency in document review and management.
- Excellent research skills with the ability to analyze complex information.
- Exceptional proofreading abilities with keen attention to detail.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Specific experience in guardianship is required.

Salary Information:
- Salary is commensurate with experience, with a range between $45,000 to $65,000 annually.
- The hourly pay is between to .
- The position is full-time, with expected working hours of per week.

Benefits:
- Health insurance.
- Paid time off.

Schedule:
- The position requires working Monday to Friday.

Work Location:
- The job is to be performed in person.