Probate Paralegal
19 days ago
Seminole
Job Description At DeLoach, Hofstra & Cavonis, P.A., we’re dedicated to providing exceptional legal support, and we’re looking for a skilled Probate Paralegal to join our team. In this role, you'll leverage your extensive knowledge of probate procedures to manage formal and summary administrations efficiently, with the guidance of our seasoned attorneys. You’ll be part of a firm that values serving clients, doing the right thing, and fostering open communication. If you have five to seven years of Florida probate experience and a paralegal certification, you're exactly who we're looking for. Joining us means more than just a job; it's about becoming part of a community that empowers through education and respects each individual’s contribution. Our pet-friendly environment encourages personal connections with clients and colleagues alike. We offer competitive benefits, including health insurance, paid time off, and a 401(k) with employer contributions. If you're ready to make a meaningful impact and enjoy a supportive workplace, let’s talk. Visit our website to learn more about our values and apply today. Compensation: $40 hourly Responsibilities: The Probate Paralegal will manage day-to-day probate administration casework, including thoroughly reviewing documentation both provided by clients and mailed to the law firm, preparing and filing legal documents, closely monitoring and managing deadlines, and conducting research on issues arising during the probate administration. Additional key daily responsibilities include reviewing, summarizing, and facilitating communications with clients, beneficiaries, creditors, financial institutions, realtors, and others associated with the probate administration. Responsibilities may also include managing the interplay between probate administrations and associated trust, guardianship, or litigation proceedings occurring both within and outside of the law firm. From time to time, guardianship cases may also be assigned. Qualifications: • A minimum of at least 5-7 years’ experience as a Florida Probate Paralegal (Florida Bar Certified, a plus), • A minimum of at least three years’ experience as a paralegal in probate administration - trust and guardianship experience is preferred but not required, • Proficient in utilizing the online portals for the Pinellas, Pasco, and Hillsborough County Clerks of Court and Property Appraiser’s Offices, • Proficient in filing legal documents and exhibits with the Florida Courts E-File Portal, • Proficient in communicating with Judicial Assistants and interpreting judicial practice preferences, • Must have great customer service skills with a heart for serving clients’ needs, • Research capabilities to gather and analyze relevant legal information, • Attention to detail and organizational skills for managing multiple tasks and deadlines, • Must be someone who embraces the use of technology while working primarily in a paperless practice area environment., • Must have at least 5 years’ experience using MS Office - Word, Excel, Outlook, and Adobe Acrobat Pro; Experience working with Practice Manager is a plus, • Paralegal certification or relevant associate's degree preferred, • Works well both independently and as part of a team We offer a competitive benefits package: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, 401(k) with Employer Contributions, and Health Savings Account (HSA) with Employer Contributions. Core Values: • Serve the client, • Do the right thing, • Respect, • Open communication, • Empower through education, • Practical, honest advice, • Strive to understand people, • We are forever learners, • Excellent attorneys, great advice To learn more about our culture, core values, and community involvement, visit .