Probate Paralegal

Vaco is hiring Probate Paralegal Location: Vero Beach, FL Shift: Monday-Friday 8:30-5 (they work a 37.5 work week) Compensation Range: $65-$80 annually BOE Duties and Responsibilities Draft and file pleadings for summary, formal and ancillary administrations. Draft and file probate documents such as petitions, inventories, and accountings. Manage estate inventories and ensure accurate documentation of assets and liabilities. Prepare estate and gift tax returns. Organize and maintain case files, oversee case calendars, and monitor crucial deadlines. Maintain paper and electronic files in compliance with firm policies utilizing the firm's document management system. Format and proofread correspondence, memos, and other legal documents from written and/or dictated attorney drafts. Schedule and calendar client meetings, as well as monitor attorney calendars. Submit billing entries, as well as expense reports. Qualifications Must possess a working knowledge of Florida probate and trust laws. Ability to manage shifting priorities. Highly detail oriented and organized. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Education and Experience Minimum of 3-5+ years' relevant experience within an estate planning practice area (Required). Probate experience required. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and PDF (Required). Experience with legal management softwares, such as iManage and Surepoint (Preferred). Benefits The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company's 401(k) retirement plan. Equal Opportunity Employer Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law. Vaco by Highspring also wants all applicants to know their rights that workplace discrimination is illegal. #J-18808-Ljbffr