Legal Assistant (Onsite, up to $24/hour)

About the role

Our client is a busy, family-run Clearwater law office firm who specializes in estate, probate, and trust administration. They are adding a Legal Assistant to their small but mighty team! This role requires excellent writing and organizational skills to support attorneys in managing cases effectively and efficiently, as well as excellent interpersonal skills to work closely with clients, and a willingness to learn and to step in to help the team wherever needed. The ideal candidate for this position will have a passion for the law and for serving others, someone with exceptional communication and organizational skills, who exercises patience and empathy.

Responsibilities

• Draft legal documents, fee agreements, and correspondence while ensuring accuracy and compliance with applicable laws.
• Manage case files, including maintaining organization and accessibility of all materials.
• Prepare estate planning documents for signing and greet clients for signing appointments.
• Speak with clients to gather pertinent information for cases.
• Manage scheduling for attorneys.
• Prepare invoices and billing correspondence.
• Support probate administration processes by preparing exhibits, e-filing pleadings, and calendaring due dates for court filings.
• Collaborate with attorneys on project management tasks to ensure timely completion of legal projects.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information while adhering to ethical standards in all interactions.

Qualifications

• Proven paralegal experience in estate planning and probate is preferred.
• Familiarity with Microsoft OneDrive, Zoom, and all Microsoft office applications, as well as Wordperfect for estate planning documents.
• Strong writing skills with the ability to proofread and edit documents effectively.
• Excellent organizational skills with a keen attention to detail in managing multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Proficient in data entry, clerical duties, and administrative support within a law office setting.
• Strong phone etiquette and interpersonal skills for effective communication with clients and colleagues.

Pay

Pay: $40,000.00 - $50,000.00 per year

Schedule

Hours: 8am to 5pm with 1-hour lunch break