Paralegal - Guardianship

This is a remote position.

Our client is looking for a Paralegal - Guardianship to support their legal team in managing sensitive and detail-oriented guardianship cases. They operate within the legal services industry and have strengthened their presence in recent years by expanding client-focused services and refining internal processes to deliver consistent, high-quality outcomes.

This role is ideal for someone who is highly organized, confident in client communication, and experienced in drafting legal documentation. The selected candidate will play a key role in coordinating case information, ensuring accurate filings, and supporting attorneys throughout guardianship proceedings. A strong understanding or exposure to guardianship processes is essential, as this position requires handling cases involving vulnerable individuals and close interaction with families and stakeholders.
Responsibilities
- Prepare, review, and draft a variety of legal documents related to guardianship cases

- Organize, maintain, and update case files with accuracy and consistency

- Manage deadlines by tracking schedules and proactively reminding attorneys of key dates

- Perform legal research to support case preparation and filings

- File legal documents electronically in accordance with court requirements

- Communicate directly with clients to request documentation, provide updates, and explain case progress

- Coordinate with clients’ family members, referral partners, and external vendors when needed

- Facilitate document execution processes, including client meetings when required

- Use legal management and accounting systems to track time, expenses, and case activity

Requirements

- Prior experience as a Paralegal, Legal Assistant, or Legal Secretary

- Hands-on experience supporting guardianship cases or similar legal processes

- Strong written and verbal communication skills for client-facing interactions

- Ability to manage multiple cases while maintaining strong attention to detail

- Comfortable working with sensitive information and maintaining confidentiality

- Familiarity with court procedures, ideally across multiple jurisdictions (Florida experience is a plus)

Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or Paralegal certification

- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word and Adobe

- Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel

- Experience with legal practice management software is highly preferred

Benefits
- Full-time position
- 100% remote work environment
- Opportunity to work closely with a collaborative legal team
- Exposure to specialized guardianship cases and processes
- Stable, long-term role with growth potential

Originally posted on Himalayas