Legal Assistant/Paralegal

Overview The Law Offices of Richard D. Green is an established estate planning and probate firm in Clearwater, with over 40 years in business. We are a small, fast\-paced, family\-run office. We are seeking an experienced legal assistant or paralegal to join our team. This role requires excellent writing and organizational skills to support the attorneys in managing cases, as well as excellent interpersonal skills to work closely with clients and coworkers, and a willingness to learn and to step in to help the team wherever needed. Paralegal degree, experience in estate and trust administration, and Notary Public commission are also a plus. This is an in\-person position, with hours being Monday through Friday 8am\-5pm. Duties Manage case files, including maintaining organization and accessibility of all materials in electronic and paper form. Print estate planning documents for signing and greet clients for appointments. Speak with clients to gather pertinent information for cases. Send documents to clients using AdobeSign. Manage scheduling for attorneys. Prepare invoices and billing correspondence. Support probate administration processes by preparing exhibits, e\-filing pleadings, and calendaring due dates for court filings. Collaborate with attorneys on project management tasks to ensure timely completion of legal projects. Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information while adhering to ethical standards in all interactions. Qualifications Proven legal assistant or paralegal experience in estate planning and probate is preferred. Familiarity with Microsoft OneDrive, Zoom, and all Microsoft office applications, as well as Wordperfect for estate planning documents. Strong writing skills with the ability to proofread and edit documents effectively. Excellent organizational skills with a keen attention to detail in managing multiple tasks simultaneously. Proficient in data entry, clerical duties, and administrative support within a law office setting. Strong phone etiquette and interpersonal skills for effective communication with clients and colleagues. Join our team as a Paralegal or Legal Assistant where you can contribute your expertise while growing your career in a supportive environment dedicated to excellence in legal services. Job Type: Full\-time Pay: $45,000\.00 \- $58,000\.00 per year Benefits: Free parking Health insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Work Location: In person