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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

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