Probate and Guardianship Paralegal

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Florida.

📋 Description

• Open and oversee new probate administration cases from initiation to completion

• Draft probate petitions, notices, and various court documents

• Identify and catalog estate assets

• Dispatch required notices and secure proof of service

• Schedule deadlines and track case developments

• Compile final accountings for estates and guardianships

• Prepare petitions seeking court approval for expenses

• Support contested probate issues and litigation documentation

• Arrange hearings and manage court submissions

• Maintain and organize case files using Clio

• Independently handle assignments and follow up on pending matters

⛳️ Requirements

• At least 5 years of experience in a law firm

• Strong expertise in Florida probate and guardianship administration

• Proven ability to open and manage probate cases autonomously

• Familiarity with Florida probate and guardianship regulations

• Experience in drafting probate petitions, notices, and accountings

• Understanding of contested probate issues and civil litigation documentation

• Proficiency with Clio case management software

• Excellent organizational and case management capabilities

• Outstanding communication skills and meticulous attention to detail

• Highly responsive, dependable, and proactive

• Capacity to take initiative and independently oversee cases and deadlines

🏝️ Benefits

• Contract-based remote position

• Continuous work opportunities

• Flexible workload of about 6–10 hours per week

• 30-minute online meeting available to address questions

• Resume submissions treated with strict confidentiality