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Greenberg Traurig (GT), a global law firm, has an exciting full-time employment opportunity for a Private Wealth Services Jr. Paralegal available in our Fort Lauderdale office. We offer competitive compensation and an excellent benefits package.
Position Summary:
The Private Wealth Services Jr. Paralegal will primarily assist attorneys and paralegals in estate administrations and drafting of various estate planning instruments. Must perform in an organized, efficient manner, and be willing to support the department with high level paralegal work and special projects as needed. Candidate should also be flexible to work overtime as needed.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Assists in drafting, proofreading, and organizing estate planning documents such as wills, trusts, powers of attorney, etc
Prepares client correspondence and documents for estate administration
Marshaling and obtaining values of estate assets
Drafts and prepares legal forms, letters, and memos as required by attorneys and paralegals
Skills & Competencies:
The successful candidate will be a team player with a positive attitude who is able to maintain a consistently high standard of service
Must be a self-starter who can work well under minimal supervision as well as take a proactive approach to his or her work and be team oriented
The ideal candidate will have exemplary organizational skills, attention to detail, strong client service skills, excellent verbal and written communication skills, and the ability to work well under pressure, multi-task and set priorities while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Qualifications & Prior Experience:
Bachelor’s Degree preferred
Must be able to independently, with attorney oversight, handle all aspects of estate and trust administration
Proficiency with Windows-based software and Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook are required
The Firm is committed to the principles of non-discrimination on any protected basis and the principle that all talent should have an equal opportunity to be considered for advancement based on merit. The firm engages in both internal and external efforts to recognize and support engagement, diversity, and full inclusion in the workplace, such as the establishment of affinity groups open to all, avenues of communication recognizing and supporting diversity, inclusion, and allyship in the workplace, and Mansfield certification.
