Are you an experienced legal assistant with a passion for organization and client service? Do you thrive in a supportive, team-driven environment where details matter?
Our boutique Estate Planning & Probate law firm is seeking a full-time Legal Assistant to support one of our attorneys in the areas of probate and trust administration. This role is ideal for someone with 3-5 years of legal assistant experience who is fluent in both English and Spanish. You will play a critical role in helping clients navigate the probate process while ensuring that our files move forward smoothly and efficiently.
This is an in-person position in Coral Gables, FL.
Compensation:
$50,000 - $60,000 yearly Dependent On Experience
Responsibilities:
- Provide professional, compassionate support to clients, ensuring a positive experience throughout the probate process.
- Draft, edit, and format correspondence, notices, and simple legal documents for attorney review.
- Maintain and organize case files, deadlines, and calendars to ensure timely compliance with court and statutory requirements.
- Coordinate with courts, financial institutions, and beneficiaries to obtain and deliver required documents.
- Assist with trust administration tasks, including communication and document preparation.
- Communicate regularly with clients and provide status updates.
- Support the attorney with scheduling, filing, and other administrative needs.
- Help manage probate files from opening to closing with an emphasis on accuracy and efficiency.
Qualifications:
- 3-5 years of experience as a legal assistant, preferably in probate and/or trust administration.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills; able to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
- Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in document preparation.
- Excellent communication skills in both English and Spanish (required).
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel) and comfort with learning legal practice software.
- Dependable, resourceful, and proactive in completing tasks with minimal supervision.
- Professional demeanor and client-centered approach.
About Company
Why Join Us?
For 35+ years, Veliz & Associates, P.A., has protected family legacies with care and integrity. Our concierge service has earned us a trusted reputation in the Miami-Dade area, and that same commitment extends to our team.
Led by Ana Veliz, founder and attorney, we foster a professional, supportive, and close-knit environment where your work is valued and your growth is encouraged.
We provide mentorship, training, and career advancement.
If you're ready to build on your career with a respected, client-focused firm, we'd love to have you on board.
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience, plus performance incentives
- Strong potential for long-term career growth
- Autonomy in practice and a challenging work environment
- Two weeks of paid vacation annually
- Paid legal holidays
- Health insurance
- Quarterly office luncheons
- Annual performance reviews with potential salary increases
- Continuing education and professional development opportunities
We can't wait to meet you!
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