Remote Legal Assistant | WFH Opportunity

Legal Assistant - Remote | WFH

Job Overview

We are inviting a dedicated and compassionate Legal Assistant to join our esteemed Guardianship team. This full-time position operates on a 35-hour work week, from Monday to Friday, with the advantage of a flexible hybrid remote schedule.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and draft legal correspondence, pleadings, and various documents pertinent to adult Guardianship and Conservatorship.
• Coordinate the service of Probate Citations to clients and relevant interested parties.
• Oversee an Outlook calendar to manage upcoming court hearings, meetings, pre-trial conferences, and important deadlines.
• Assist in the management and sale of client-owned real estate and personal property, including scheduling necessary maintenance and appraisals.
• Maintain both physical legal files and a legal section within an electronic health record system.
• Collect Bonds, medical documentation, and other essential records for hearings.
• File legal pleadings by hand, mail, or through an e-filing system.
• Execute clerical tasks, such as initiating legal files for new clients, preparing files for case reviews, answering calls and emails, and organizing meetings.
• Engage in occasional travel to courts for filing or to client properties to meet with contractors.
  
  

Required Skills

• Proficient in drafting legal documents and correspondence.
• Strong organizational capabilities and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage Outlook calendars and adhere to court deadlines.
• Experience in maintaining both physical and electronic legal files.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic clerical abilities, including filing and scheduling tasks.
  
  

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• A minimum of three years of office experience is essential.
• Experience in probate, real estate, or elder law is an advantage but not mandatory.
  
  

Career Growth Opportunities

As a leading provider of social services, our organization offers ample opportunities for professional development and advancement, allowing you to grow within your career while making a positive impact in the community.

Company Culture And Values

We are a comprehensive private, non-profit social service agency committed to providing strength and support to individuals and families. We pride ourselves on our long-standing tradition of high-quality service and our commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Compensation And Benefits

• A $1000 sign-on bonus.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Long-term disability and life insurance.
• 403b pension plan and flexible spending accounts.
• Three weeks of paid vacation and twelve paid holidays.
• Generous sick leave policy.
  
  

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are dedicated to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Employment Type: Full-Time