Client-Focused Estate Litigation Paralegal - Flexible

Zoecklein-Law-PA; Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance Reimbursement

EPA

401(k)

401(k) matching

Flexible schedule

Free food & snacks

Training & development

Vision insurance

Job summary

Zoecklein Law P.A. is a Florida-based firm specializing in probate, estate planning, Medicaid planning, and trust and estate litigation.

We seek a detail-oriented Litigation Paralegal to support probate and estate litigation across multiple Florida offices, including Sarasota, Zephyrhills, Brandon, Orlando, and Largo. The role requires strong organizational skills, deadline management, and a client-focused approach.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a litigation paralegal (probate or estate litigation experience required)
• strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail
• excellent client service and interpersonal skills
• ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities effectively
• strong written and verbal communication skills
• professional phone and email etiquette
• ability to work independently while contributing to a team environment
• experience with case management systems (PracticePanther or similar preferred)

Responsibilities

• Draft, prepare, and file pleadings, motions, notices, and other litigation documents; manage case files from inception through resolution, ensuring accuracy and organization
• maintain and monitor court deadlines, hearings, and trial calendars
• coordinate with clients, courts, opposing counsel, and third parties
• assist attorneys with trial preparation, including exhibit organization and witness coordination
• conduct legal research and summarize findings as needed
• ensure all case activity is properly documented in the firm’s case management system
• communicate with clients in a professional, calm, and service-oriented manner
• proactively identify next steps on cases and assist in moving matters forward efficiently

Skills

Litigation paralegal

Attention to detail

Client service

Communication

Team player

Tools

PracticePanther

Job description

Zoecklein Law P.A. is a Florida-based firm specializing in probate, estate planning, Medicaid planning, and trust and estate litigation.

We seek a detail-oriented Litigation Paralegal to support probate and estate litigation across multiple Florida offices, including Sarasota, Zephyrhills, Brandon, Orlando, and Largo. The role requires strong organizational skills, deadline management, and a client-focused approach.