Estate Probate Paralegal/Legal Assistant

Key Responsibilities

• Estate administration — prepare probate petitions, gather asset information, draft inventories, and assist with accounting.
• Court filings — manage e-filing, prepare notices, and coordinate service of process
• Client communication — guide executors and beneficiaries through the probate process with clarity and professionalism
• Document drafting — prepare waivers, consents, affidavits, and correspondence
• Case management — maintain deadlines, track progress, and organize case files
• Cordination with third parties — communicate with banks, insurance companies, accountants, and appraisers

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in probate, estate planning, or estate litigation
• Strong understanding of Surrogate’s Court procedures and probate timelines
• Excellent communication, drafting, and organizational skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal case management systems
• Ability to manage multiple cases with accuracy and minimal supervision

Pay

Compensation ranges from $25 to $35 per hour and is dependent on experience. Candidates with extensive experience in Estate Administration may be eligible for additional compensation.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability
• Paid parking
• Holidays
• PTO
• Summer Fridays
• 401k (subject to eligibility)

Schedule

The office is friendly and the firm values work-life balance. Applicants can expect to work alongside team members who value integrity, dedication, and professionalism.