Heirs’ Property Paralegal II

Paralegal II, Heirs Property Project

Three Rivers Legal Services, Inc.

Gainesville, Florida

Three Rivers Legal Services Inc. (TRLS) has an immediate opening for a full-time Paralegal II in

our Gainesville Office. The Paralegal will work with the Heirs Property Project, primarily drafting

pleadings and estate planning documents, conducting legal research, maintaining client files, and

creating outreach materials. A desire to assist low-income clients and underserved populations is

essential. TRLS is a nonprofit law firm that provides free legal assistance to low-income clients,

the elderly and underserved populations. TRLS is dedicated to the provision of quality legal

assistance and to community empowerment through preventive legal education and outreach.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Interview clients and provide advice under the direct supervision of an Attorney.

• Substantial drafting of legal documents, including, but not limited to pleadings, wills, and

• Draft advice and closing letters under the supervision of an Attorney.

• Conduct legal research and fact investigations.

• Maintain schedules and appointment calendar for meetings, hearings, trials, etc.

• Maintain detailed notes in electronic case management system.

• Manage, organize, and archive documents in case management system.

• Maintain Notary Public license.

• Represent TRLS at meetings, community events, and other outreach.
  

Qualifications and Skills:

• Paralegal Certification, Associate degree or higher or 3 years of experience as a legal

• Excellent oral, written, and legal research skills.

• Excellent organizational skills.

• Ability to demonstrate a sound understanding of legal rules and procedures.

• Strong people skills and ability to relate to clients, attorneys, other professionals, and the

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and G-Suite.

• Demonstrate interest in public interest law and commitment to justice for low-income and

• Access to a vehicle during working hours.
  

Salary and Benefits. Salary range is $24 -$30 per hour, depending on experience. Benefits

package includes:

• Paid time off including 20 vacation days, 12 sick days, 12 office holidays, and 3 personal

• Health insurance, FSA Health and Dependent Care, short term disability, and employee

• Employer paid $50,000 life insurance policy with an option for employee to purchase

• 403(b) retirement plan with 5% employer contribution after 2 years of service.

• Voluntary options of vision, dental, long-term disability, and wellness discount plan.

• Minimum 35-hour work week. Office closes to the public at noon on Fridays.

• Flexible work schedule with remote options available after completion of introductory

Apply by sending your resume and cover letter to hr@trls.org. EOE and ADA compliant.

Applications will be accepted through July 17, 2026, or until the position is filled.

TRLS invites all applicants to include in their cover letter a statement about how their unique

background and/or experiences might contribute to or enhance their ability to serve the low-income

residents of North Florida.

Three Rivers Legal Services, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not

discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin,

age, disability, or veteran status.

Candidate hired for this position will be required to submit to a Level II background screening

through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. For more information

please visit the Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse Education and Awareness

website at https://info.flclearinghouse.com.