Paralegal- (REMOTE) Estate Planning & Probate

<p><strong>Company Description</strong></p><p>At ScaleUp Legal, we believe building wealth is only part of the journey. Protecting it, preserving it, and passing it on with confidence is equally important. We help individuals, families, and business owners establish and protect their legacy through strategic business law, estate planning, and probate guidance.</p><p><strong>Our Promise:</strong></p><p>We will treat clients, colleagues, and our community with respect. We will communicate openly, act with integrity, take ownership of our responsibilities, and strive for excellence in everything we do.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Role Description</strong></p><p>This is a full-time remote role for a Bi-Lingual Paralegal specializing in Florida Estate Planning and Probate. The Paralegal will assist with the drafting of wills, trusts, and other estate planning documents, prepare probate filings, conduct legal research, review and organize legal documents, and ensure compliance with applicable laws. The role entails supporting attorneys by managing casework, communicating with clients, and maintaining up-to-date records on all associated legal files.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Qualifications</strong></p><ul><li>Strong foundation in Law, with knowledge of estate planning and probate procedures.</li><li>Expertise in Legal Document Preparation and Document Review to ensure accuracy and compliance.</li><li>Experience in Florida estate law and probate</li><li>Excellent Communication skills for client interaction and collaboration with attorneys.</li><li>Proven ability in conducting thorough Research for legal cases.</li><li>Detail-oriented, highly organized, and capable of handling sensitive legal matters with discretion.</li><li>Proficiency in legal software and technology tools- Clio preferred; familiarity with remote work processes preferred.</li><li>Associate or bachelor's degree in paralegal studies, legal studies, or a related field; paralegal certification is highly preferred.</li><li>Availability to be on-call on rotating Saturday schedule</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Preferred Qualifications</strong></p><ul><li>Bi-Lingual -English/Spanish</li><li>3-4 years of experience working in Florida Probate, Estate Planning, and Estate Disputes</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Benefits:</p><p>Medical, Life Insurance, Paid Vacation</p>

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