Paralegal for Estate Planning

Florida Paralegal/Legal Assistant

We are looking for an energetic and experienced Florida Paralegal/Legal Assistant to join our team. Our main office is located in Hollywood, FL, and this position is an IN-OFFICE position only.

You: Do you want to be valued, trusted, and feel like you're making a difference? We are an entrepreneurial paperless Probate, Estate Planning, and Real Estate Law firm that is on track for huge growth, and we need an incredible multitasking human to join us in supporting our team and helping clients.

Us: We want to be known for holding clients' hands through an emotional process, making them feel as though they are in a better position and that they have a team behind them that really cares. We also want to be known for helping our team members hit their professional, personal, and financial goals. We are growing fast, and we need a friendly, team-oriented person who can hit the ground running. We need someone with solid computer skills who loves the idea of working with state-of-the-art programs, applications, and software to make things more efficient.

Benefits for qualified employees include: PTO, Medical & GAP insurance, Dental, Vision, 401(k) (matching), Life Insurance, Paid maternity/paternity leave, and Professional Development

Responsibilities

• Organizing files
• Docketing and scheduling events
• Filling out legal forms and assisting clients with filling out forms
• Drafting letters and court documents for attorney review
• Writing reports and legal documents for attorney review
• Communicating updates to clients and gathering information
• Helping attorneys prepare cases for hearings
• Assisting attorneys in the courtroom and meetings
• Weekly case management meetings and logging updates to case files
• Back up, including but not limited to: Check e-filing; Answer phones; Scheduling
• Other tasks as assigned

Qualifications

• Strong preference for candidates who have completed a paralegal professional certification or have an advanced paralegal education
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Must have great time-management skills and organizational skills
• Florida Probate paralegal for 2+ years required
• Florida Estate Planning, and/or Guardianship paralegal for 2+ years preferred
• A high school diploma is required, but advanced training at a college or university is preferred
• Experience with document building software, WealthCounsel, and/or Westlaw Form Builder is required, but will consider candidates with similar software experience
• Experience with Clio Manage is required, but we will consider candidates with similar practice management software experience
• Experience with using Google Mail, Google Drive, and Google Calendar is preferred, and a plus but not required
• Type 70-100 WPM is required

Compensation $55,000 - $75,000 About Grimaldi Law Firm

Grimaldi Law Firm is a dedicated Estate Planning law firm committed to helping individuals and families protect their futures with confidence. Our team provides personalized legal guidance in estate planning, wills, trusts, probate, and asset protection, delivering compassionate and professional service every step of the way.

At Grimaldi Law Firm, we combine experienced legal counsel with advanced technology to ensure clear communication and a seamless client experience. Our team keeps clients informed and connected throughout the entire process with proactive updates and responsive support.

Apply today and step into a role built for senior-level professionals who lead by example.