Paralegal

Company Description

Verras Law, P.A. is an estate planning and probate firm in Palm Harbor, Florida, serving clients in estate planning, probate, trust administration, elder law, and business formation. Our team is dedicated to giving every client professional service with compassion and sensitivity to their individual needs.

Role Description

As the paralegal at Verras Law, you will support the attorney in probate, trust administration, estate planning, elder law, and related real estate matters, along with the firm’s existing guardianship matters. Day-to-day tasks include preparing and e-filing probate pleadings and other court filings, calendaring and meeting court deadlines, managing case files, coordinating with courts and government agencies, and maintaining accurate client records. You will also work directly with clients, personal representatives, and beneficiaries to gather information, schedule appointments, and provide updates, and you will assist with document review, basic legal research, and preparation for meetings and hearings.

This is a full-time, on-site role in Palm Harbor, FL. Clients and personal representatives often visit without an appointment, so dependable, punctual attendance is essential. We are a macOS office and use Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, and Outlook), Clio for practice management, QuickBooks for timekeeping and billing, and Westlaw Doc & Form Builder for drafting.

Qualifications

• Three or more years of paralegal experience in Florida probate and trust administration.
• Strong drafting skills, particularly probate pleadings and other court filings.
• Experience e-filing through the Florida Courts E-Filing Portal and managing court deadlines across many matters.
• Florida notary public commission, or willingness to obtain one promptly after hire.
• Clear written and verbal communication with clients, courts, and colleagues.
• Comfort with practice management software and standard office applications on a Mac.
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, confidentiality, and professionalism with sensitive client information.
• Ability to manage a full workload in a busy practice.
• Preferred: Florida Registered Paralegal status, a paralegal certificate, or an associate’s or bachelor’s degree. Equivalent experience considered.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive pay, commensurate with experience.
• 401(k) plan with employer matching contributions after an eligibility period.
• Firm-paid notary commission, Florida Registered Paralegal fees, and continuing education.
• Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

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Verras Law, P.A. is an equal opportunity employer.