What are the responsibilities and job description for the Probate Paralegal position at Verras-law.com?
About the Role
Verras-law.com is a fast-growing, full-service legal services firm. We are seeking a Paralegal to join our team. The successful candidate will be a highly motivated self-starter with strong communication skills and the ability to work independently. The ideal candidate will have experience in the legal field and a passion for helping people.
Responsibilities
·Draft and file pleadings, including but not limited to: motions, petitions, responses to complaints, and other legal documents
·Draft and assist in the preparation of discovery and other legal documents
·Communicate with clients and attorneys via email, phone, and in person
·Draft correspondence to be sent out to clients
·Draft correspondence for attorneys to send out to clients
·Maintain client files and organize files according to needs
·Manage calendars and schedule appointments for attorneys
·Other duties as assigned by supervisor or manager
Required Experience
·Paralegal Diploma or equivalent experience in law enforcement or corrections required. Bachelor’s degree preferred.
·5 years of experience as a paralegal in probete andguardianship ,estate planning,litigation, real estate, business law.
·Experience with Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, Adobe Acrobat, etc. required.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $59,294.00 - $63,416.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Travel requirement:
- No travel
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Palm Harbor, FL 34684: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Experience:
- Microsoft Office: 4 years (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $59,294 - $63,416