Legal Secretary

We are looking for a detail-oriented Legal Secretary to support a busy trusts and estates practice in Florida. This is a Contract position suited for someone who can manage legal administrative work with accuracy, discretion, and strong organizational skills. The ideal candidate will help keep probate and estate matters moving forward by coordinating filings, preparing documents, and maintaining schedules in a fast-paced legal environment.

Responsibilities:
• Prepare, revise, and finalize legal documents related to wills, trusts, probate, and estate administration matters.
• Coordinate court and agency submissions, including electronic filing, while ensuring deadlines and procedural requirements are met.
• Maintain attorney calendars, arrange meetings, and track important dates for hearings, filings, and client matters.
• Support probate and estate administration workflows by organizing files, monitoring case progress, and following up on outstanding items.
• Communicate with clients, courts, and third parties in a clear and respectful manner to gather information and facilitate case activity.
• Assist with execution logistics for legal documents, including coordinating witnesses and related signing requirements.
• Review correspondence and legal paperwork for completeness, formatting, and consistency before distribution or filing.

Qualifications:

• At least 3 years of experience working as a Legal Secretary or in a similar legal support role.

• Hands-on experience supporting trusts and estates, probate, or estate administration matters.

• Proficiency with electronic filing systems and legal document preparation.

• Strong calendar management skills with the ability to prioritize multiple deadlines effectively.

• Working knowledge of wills, trusts, probate procedures, and related legal documentation.

• Excellent written communication, organization, and attention to detail.

• Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism and sound judgment.

This is a fully in office position.

Compensation

$22.80-$25.00 Hourly

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