Probate Paralegal

The position of Probate Paralegal is currently being managed on behalf of a partner company. This remote contract opportunity is ideal for an experienced probate professional who can handle matters from start to finish in a fast-paced legal environment.

About the role

• Support attorneys through every stage of probate administration
• Assist with estate planning documentation
• Work directly with clients, courts, fiduciaries, and financial institutions
• Ensure matters progress efficiently and accurately

Responsibilities

• Prepare probate petitions, pleadings, inventories, accountings, fiduciary documents, and other court filings
• Manage probate matters from estate opening through final distribution and case closure
• Draft and revise estate planning documents, including wills, trusts, powers of attorney, healthcare directives, and related legal documents
• Prepare client correspondence, engagement letters, and other legal communications
• Coordinate with clients, beneficiaries, fiduciaries, financial institutions, title companies, and court personnel
• Track court deadlines, maintain case calendars, and ensure timely filings
• Organize and maintain electronic case files and legal documentation
• Schedule client meetings and support attorney calendar management
• Maintain strict confidentiality while delivering high-quality legal support with exceptional attention to detail

Requirements

• Extensive experience managing estate administration independently in a remote environment
• Proven experience handling probate administration from estate opening through final closing
• Strong background drafting probate pleadings, petitions, inventories, accountings, fiduciary documents, and court filings
• Experience preparing estate planning documents, including wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and related documents
• Thorough understanding of probate court procedures and filing requirements
• Experience communicating professionally with clients, courts, financial institutions, and fiduciaries
• Excellent written, verbal, organizational, proofreading, and time management skills
• Ability to manage multiple active matters independently while meeting deadlines
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, and legal practice management software such as Clio, MyCase, or similar platforms
• Experience with electronic court filing systems, trust administration, or probate matters across multiple state jurisdictions is preferred
• Self-motivated, proactive, and comfortable working independently in a fully remote setting

Benefits

• Fully remote 1099 contractor position
• Flexible work environment with the ability to work from anywhere within the United States
• Opportunity to collaborate with established law firms on meaningful probate and estate planning matters
• Long-term contract opportunities based on client needs and performance
• Independence and autonomy while working with experienced legal professionals
• Ideal opportunity for professionals seeking a dedicated part-time contract engagement