Elder Law of Arizona is a boutique law firm dedicated to protecting the aging and disabled and those who cannot help themselves. We specialize in long-term care planning (ALTCS/VA), special needs trusts, guardianships/conservatorships, estate planning, administration, and probate matters. We are seeking a front office legal assistant with desire to grow into a paralegal / office manager. Experience in estate planning, probate and/or ALTCS would be a bonus, but is not required. A strong desire to learn and grow is mandatory.
Why Work With Us?
- Make an Impact: Help families navigate life’s most challenging moments—from the loss of a loved one to the complexites of long-term care and estate planning.
- Supportive Team: We succeed together. When our team thrives, our clients thrive.
- No Big Firm Drama: Say goodbye to politics, gossip, and unrealistic billable hour requirements.
- Career Growth: The successful applicant will start as a legal assistant with front office duties, including reception and intake. As you learn and are able to take on more challenging roles, you will work toward becoming our office manager and paralegal.
Key Responsibilities
- Client Intake & Reception: Legal assistants will share intake and reception duties.
- Attorney Support: Assist with case preparation and management.
- Case Management: Maintain files, calendars, deadlines, and ensure timely filings.
- Research: Investigate property records, analyze financial documents, and review estate plans.
- Document Preparation: Draft petitions, motions, proposed orders, and probate pleadings.
- Client Liaison: Serve as the primary point of contact, keeping clients informed and supported.
- ALTCS Applications: Prepare and manage applications, analyze financials, and respond to requests.
- Administrative Tasks: Scheduling, billing, and maintaining case management systems.
Preferred Qualifications
- 2+ years as a legal assistant
- Paralegal certificate or associate degree (preferred but not required)
- Experience with Clio case management software
- Background in Elder Law, Estate Planning, Probate, or ALTCS
Required Qualifications
- At least 1 year in a legal office or four years in a professional office setting or an equivalent of education and real world experience
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Excellent verbal and written communication
- Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines
- Compassion and patience when working with elderly or disabled clients
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 and Adobe Acrobat
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Compensation & Benefits
- Compensation: $26.00-$37.00 per hour, depending on experience, demonstrated skills, productivity, training requirements, and overall fit. Most candidates meeting the minimum qualifications should expect to start near the lower portion of the range, while candidates with significant experience in elder law, probate, estate planning, guardianship/conservatorship, or Medicaid/ALTCS planning may qualify for higher compensation. No matter where you start, we believe in rewarding achievements and hard work.
- Health, vision, and dental insurance;
- Paid sick leave and vacation;
- 401(k);
- Included covered parking;
- Strong training program! If you are dedicated team player with a drive to succeed who has experience as a legal assistant, but have not worked Probate, ALTCS or Estate Planning, don't worry, we will train you.
Schedule
- Full-time, Monday–Friday
- 8-hour shift, in-office only
How to Apply
Submit your resume and cover letter. Your cover letter must:
✅ State you are NOT a whiner;
✅ Include a smiley face ;)
✅ List your favorite color;
✅ Explain why you are interested in this position
✅ Explain why you’re the perfect fit for our team;
✅ Identify at least three typos in this job description;
No agency inquiries or phone calls; Please and Thank You.
If you do not have the required experience, please don't apply.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $26.00 - $36.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Free parking
- Health insurance
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
