Probate Paralegal [Remote]

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Probate Paralegal based in the United States.

This remote contract opportunity is ideal for an experienced probate professional who thrives in a fast-paced legal environment and enjoys managing matters from start to finish. You will play a key role in supporting attorneys through every stage of probate administration while also assisting with estate planning documentation. Working directly with clients, courts, fiduciaries, and financial institutions, you will help ensure matters progress efficiently and accurately. The role offers the flexibility of fully remote work while providing the opportunity to build long-term relationships with legal teams across the country. Success in this position requires exceptional organization, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Accountabilities:

As a Probate Paralegal, you will provide comprehensive legal support throughout the probate process while ensuring timely, accurate, and professional case management.

• 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.
• Assist attorneys with estate asset collection, inventory preparation, and supporting documentation.
• Schedule client meetings and support attorney calendar management.
• Maintain strict confidentiality while delivering high-quality legal support with exceptional attention to detail.

Requirements:

The ideal candidate is a highly organized probate professional with extensive experience managing estate administration independently in a remote environment.

• Minimum of five years of experience as a Probate Paralegal or Legal Assistant.
• 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.

How Jobgether works:

We use an AI-powered matching process to ensure your application is reviewed quickly, objectively, and fairly against the role's core requirements. Our system identifies the top-fitting candidates, and this shortlist is then shared directly with the hiring company. The final decision and next steps (interviews, assessments) are managed by their internal team.

We appreciate your interest and wish you the best!

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