Guardianship Paralegal/Legal Assistant
Des Moines Elder Law
Position available: Guardianship paralegal to manage Certified Professional Guardian/Conservator busy caseload, including: tracking filing deadlines with the Court, drafting pleadings to approve reports and required notices, verification of accounting and financial statements, communication with professional Guardian/Conservators regarding case statuses and upcoming deadlines, communication with the Court and other attorneys, and scheduling hearings.
This is a full time, in office position , hours are flexible (37-40 hours per week), availability is between 7:00 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. M-F--you pick your own schedule. A background check will be conducted prior to employment.
What we are looking for in a candidate:
Must be able to stay organized, detail oriented, work efficiently with existing processes and procedures, take initiative to problem solve, work within a team dynamic but able to manage your own caseload from start to finish. We are seeking a candidate who possesses a Paralegal Certificate or associate’s degree and/or 1–3 years of relevant law office experience.
The Firm: Our firm’s practice areas include litigation, probate, benefits planning, guardianship, fiduciary services, estate planning, trust administration, corporate law, and real estate. Preference will be given to candidates with experience in one or more of these areas as we are looking for individuals that want a substantive, long-term role in a busy office. There is plenty of room to grow and cross-train with multiple departments.
Start Date: November 2, 2026
Benefits:
401(k) matching
Flexible schedule
Free parking
Health insurance-- ability to purchase vision and dental plans separately
Opportunities for advancement
Paid sick time
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Tuition reimbursement
Vacancy posted 21 hours ago
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