Paralegal

• Assist lawyers in preparing legal documentation, pleadings, and correspondence including correspondence such as interrogatories, subpoenas, deposition notices, complaints, pretrial orders, legal briefs, and affidavits
• Aid lawyers in trial preparation by preparing and organizing exhibits, organizing and coordinating witnesses, conducting research on legal articles, and assisting with client meetings and filing motions
• Perform administrative duties such as answering phone calls and keeping our case filing system organized so all documents are readily accessible
• Arrange law office activity such as drafting subpoenas and coordinating with process servers
• Hold client interviews to gather information about their legal problems

• Manage real estate and probate files from intake to closing, ensuring all deadlines are met.
• Draft and review legal documents, including wills, trusts, deeds, contracts, and probate pleadings.
• Conduct legal research on real estate and probate laws and procedures, ensuring compliance with Florida law.
• Coordinate real estate transactions, including managing due diligence, reviewing titles and surveys, and preparing closing documents.
• Assist in trust and estate administration, including gathering and organizing asset and liability information.
• Handle e-filing and document recording processes with Florida courts.

• 3+ years of legal service experience under an attorney or lawyer in a law firm setting
• Excellent organizational skills, and time-management skills
• Candidates must have completed an ABA-approved paralegal certificate program such as an Associates degree or proprietary school program in paralegal studies, Bachelors degree preferred
• Talented communicator and writer
• Completion of a nationally-accredited paralegal program strongly preferred

• Minimum of 3+ years of experience as a paralegal in Florida real estate and probate law.
• Paralegal certification and/or a Bachelor's degree are preferred.
• Strong knowledge of Florida probate law and procedure.
• Must submit to a background check.

The Grantham Law Firm is a boutique law firm specializing in Estate Planning, Probate, Real Estate, and 1031 Exchanges. We were established in 1981 and are AV-rated by Martindale-Hubbell.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a Martindale Hubbell AV-rated law firm with over 40 years of experience in the community, known for its deep commitment to quality legal services.
• Gain experience across Wills, Trusts, Estates, Probate, and Real Estate, with opportunities to specialize and grow.
• Work closely with a team of experienced attorneys and paralegals in a supportive, team-driven setting.
• Opportunities for mentorship, continued legal education, and career advancement.
• Salary commensurate with experience, along with benefits.

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