What are the responsibilities and job description for the Probate Paralegal - I position at Ascension Global Staffing & Executive Search?
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Our client is a well-established law firm located in Coral Gables, FL, known for providing high-quality legal services across various practice areas, including probate and estate planning. The firm prides itself on fostering a supportive and collaborative work environment while offering clients personalized and dedicated legal services.
Job Overview:
The Probate Paralegal will play a key role in assisting attorneys in managing probate cases from start to finish. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in Florida probate law and possess excellent organizational, communication, and client service skills. The role requires the ability to work independently, manage deadlines, and handle multiple matters simultaneously.
The Probate Paralegal will play a key role in assisting attorneys in managing probate cases from start to finish. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in Florida probate law and possess excellent organizational, communication, and client service skills. The role requires the ability to work independently, manage deadlines, and handle multiple matters simultaneously.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist attorneys with all aspects of probate administration, including the preparation and filing of court documents such as petitions, notices, inventories, and accountings.
- Manage case files, ensuring that all relevant information, documentation, and deadlines are properly organized and met.
- Draft and review legal documents related to probate and estate administration, including wills, trust agreements, and other estate planning documents.
- Coordinate the collection, valuation, and distribution of assets, including real property, personal property, and financial accounts.
- Communicate with clients, beneficiaries, financial institutions, and government agencies as needed.
- Prepare and file required tax forms, including estate tax returns and other related documents.
- Assist with the preparation for hearings, mediations, or other probate proceedings as required.
- Ensure compliance with Florida probate law and firm procedures.
- Assist attorneys with all aspects of probate administration, including the preparation and filing of court documents such as petitions, notices, inventories, and accountings.
- Manage case files, ensuring that all relevant information, documentation, and deadlines are properly organized and met.
- Draft and review legal documents related to probate and estate administration, including wills, trust agreements, and other estate planning documents.
- Coordinate the collection, valuation, and distribution of assets, including real property, personal property, and financial accounts.
- Communicate with clients, beneficiaries, financial institutions, and government agencies as needed.
- Prepare and file required tax forms, including estate tax returns and other related documents.
- Assist with the preparation for hearings, mediations, or other probate proceedings as required.
- Ensure compliance with Florida probate law and firm procedures.
Requirements:
- Minimum of 5 years of experience as a probate paralegal, preferably in Florida.
- Paralegal certification or equivalent education.
- In-depth knowledge of Florida probate laws, estate administration procedures, and court systems.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with attorneys, clients, and court personnel.
- Proficiency in legal research, document preparation, and case management software.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple cases simultaneously.
- Ability to work independently and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong ethical standards and a commitment to client confidentiality.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience as a probate paralegal, preferably in Florida.
- Paralegal certification or equivalent education.
- In-depth knowledge of Florida probate laws, estate administration procedures, and court systems.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with attorneys, clients, and court personnel.
- Proficiency in legal research, document preparation, and case management software.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple cases simultaneously.
- Ability to work independently and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong ethical standards and a commitment to client confidentiality.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with estate planning, including drafting wills, trusts, and related documents.
- Familiarity with Florida e-filing systems.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal practice management software.
- Experience with estate planning, including drafting wills, trusts, and related documents.
- Familiarity with Florida e-filing systems.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal practice management software.
**Benefits:**
- Competitive salary based on experience.
- Health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Retirement plan options.
- Paid time off and holidays.
- Opportunities for professional growth and development.
- Competitive salary based on experience.
- Health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Retirement plan options.
- Paid time off and holidays.
- Opportunities for professional growth and development.
