Paralegal

Growing Private Fiduciary firm in Peoria, Arizona is seeking to hire a full-time Paralegal to support our Team. Applicants should have a Paralegal Certification/Degree or at least two years of work experience under an attorney or fiduciary. This is an Entry level or associate level position. The ideal candidate should have strong organizational skills, an eye for detail and familiarity with statutes and rules associated with Estates, Trusts, and Guardianship/Conservatorships.

Job duties include: Meet and communicate with clients, attorneys, judicial staff & court investigators, corporate/private trustees, personal representatives, beneficiaries, family members and other professionals as required concerning case & client related legal proceedings, including guardianships/conservatorships, decedent’s estate and trust administration; Review and process incoming legal documents; Calendar and docket Court ordered & other compliance deadlines; Provide and manage fiduciary compliance; Support Real Estate Transactions; Prepare for Hearings; Obtain Letters and Bonding; Coordinate and facilitate the preparation, filing and recording of pleadings, and legal documents; Prepare Proposals for Distribution and Beneficiary Notices, Receipt & Releases; Manage real and personal property deeds and retitling.  

About us: We believe in working hard and enjoying the journey. Our office culture is built on trust, integrity and a healthy work-life balance. We are a team that supports, celebrates, and grows together. Our firm recognizes that a positive and encouraging work environment is imperative to individual success. We strive to offer competitive pay and exceptional benefits.  As described below, notable perks are health insurance coverage, opportunity to work remotely on an as needed basis, paid vacation, and 401K plan.

Prior experience in Estate Planning, Probate, and Guardianships/Conservatorships is required. Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs, specifically Microsoft Word and Outlook, is required.

Starting Salary $60,000.00+ depending on experience.

The schedule for this position is Monday through Friday, 9:00AM-5:00PM.

Please submit a resume and at least two references for consideration.

Please note: CFS does not accept résumés from search firms for this position. Please do not telephone the office to apply for this position. To learn more about our firm visit our website at https