Legal Assistant/Paralegal

\ We are seeking a smart, honest, dedicated, discreet and detail\-oriented Legal Assistant/Paralegal with uncompromising values to join our challenging, warm and vibrant Palm Beach County, Florida\-based private client law firm practice. The position will be based out of our Boca Raton office located conveniently off Yamato Road just East of I\-95\. While prior experience in a Trust and Estate Planning \& Administration firm is a plus, it is not a requirement for the right candidate looking to transition into a top notch Trust \& Estates practice area, as training will be provided regardless of background. A secondary specialty practice area of the firm is real estate and title for those interested in working in multiple areas. The ideal candidate will provide support across a broad spectrum of legal functions, and will have the opportunity to work collboratively as well as independently depending on experience and the situation. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to develop your legal expertise in a challenging environment, while at the same time presenting as high a work life balance opportunity as you can find in the marketplace. \

• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information at all times while adhering to firm policies and procedures.
• Assistance with client intake, engagement, and gathering of information necessary to advise clients and prepare their estate planning documents.
• Assist with drafting estate planning and related documents and correspondence with precision and clarity.
• Perform detailed document review and proofreading to maintain high standards of accuracy in all legal materials.
• Assist with client signings and after the signing, assist with original documents, including preparation of client binders, post\-execution instructions, assistance with funding trusts and retitling accounts, and similar services requested by clients.
• Manage and organize case files using our firm's document management system; ensure all records are accurate, complete, and easily accessible.
• Handle administrative duties including data entry, scheduling appointments, managing phone inquiries with professionalism and courtesy; time entry and management and billing assistance.
• On occasion conduct legal research using tools such as LexisNexis across various practice areas including estate planning, business and tax planning.

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• Paralegal experience or equivalent legal administrative experience in a law office environment a plus.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with excellent organizational skills.
• Strong research skills utilizing LexisNexis, and other legal research tools.
• Familiarity with practice management software such as MyCase preferred.
• Knowledge of estate planning, trust and estate administration, probate law, business law or real estate a plus.
• Exceptional writing skills for drafting clear legal documents and correspondence.
• Demonstrated proofreading and transcription abilities ensuring accuracy in all written materials.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
• Strong communication skills coupled with professional phone etiquette to interact confidently with clients and team members alike.

Pay: $25\.00 \- $45\.00 per hour Benefits:

• Free parking
• Opportunities for advancement
• Professional development assistance
• Work from home

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Boca Raton, FL 33431