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    Senior Paralegal - Palm Bay, United States - Amy B. Van Fossen, P.A.

    Amy B. Van Fossen, P.A.
    Amy B. Van Fossen, P.A. Palm Bay, United States

    3 weeks ago

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    Job Description

    We are seeking a full-time Senior Paralegal to support our multiple practice areas. Job responsibilities for this role include but are not limited to:

    • Establish and maintain good client relationships through email, telephone, virtual, and/or in-person meetings
    • Coordinate and schedule meeting with client, courts, and internal staff
    • Organize and maintain case files in paper and/or electronic filing systems
    • Monitor case due dates and stay abreast of applicable deadlines
    • Conduct legal research, as needed
    • Prepare & e-file pleadings and orders for Court
    • Work with Accounting department to coordinate billing, as needed
    • Prepare legal memorandums
    • Schedule court hearings, maintain court deadlines, and prepare cases for hearing
    • Maintain time entries for all case activities in firm selected case management software.
    • Prepare and file Accountings
    • Drafting of legal documents including estate planning, petitions, motions and notices.
    • Stay abreast of changes in applicable laws and court processes and procedures

    Required Skills:

    • Meticulous attention to detail
    • Ability to work well in a fast-paced environment
    • Strong time management abilities
    • Advanced working knowledge of office computers, equipment, and software programs
    • Strong word processing skills; knowledge of databases
    • Strong mathematical skills
    • Able to work both independently and as part of team
    • Possesses a professional attitude in demeanor and presentation
    • Must be legally eligible to work in the United States

    Preferred skills:

    • Florida Registered Paralegal
    • BA or BS in Paralegal Studies
    • Working knowledge of MyCase and Form Builder.
    • Working knowledge of Florida Probate Estate Administration, Trust Administration, Trust Funding, Medicaid, VA, and Estate Planning
    • Working knowledge of Florida Elder Law firm processes, procedures, confidentiality, and terminology
    Company DescriptionThe Law Office of Amy B. Van Fossen (the Firm) is a premier comprehensive Elder Law office in Brevard County, providing representation in the following practice areas: Probate, Wills, Trusts, VA & Medicaid Planning, Estate Planning, Trust Funding, and Case Management. We strive to meet the current and anticipated needs of the clientele with sensitivity, while maintaining the highest professional standards.

    Company Description

    The Law Office of Amy B. Van Fossen (the Firm) is a premier comprehensive Elder Law office in Brevard County, providing representation in the following practice areas: Probate, Wills, Trusts, VA & Medicaid Planning, Estate Planning, Trust Funding, and Case Management. We strive to meet the current and anticipated needs of the clientele with sensitivity, while maintaining the highest professional standards.