tekskyDallas, TX
Probate Paralegal
Primary Responsibilities:
The Probate Paralegal will assist with probate, estate administration, heirship, estate planning, and related matters. Responsibilities may include:
- Managing uncontested probate matters from intake through closing;
- Preparing probate applications, proofs, oaths, orders, notices, inventories, and related filings;
- Assisting with determinations of heirship and estate administration matters;
- Reviewing wills, death certificates, asset information, family information, and probate pleadings;
- Communicating with clients, courts, clerks, attorneys, and third parties;
- Tracking deadlines, hearings, filings, notices, and required follow-up tasks;
- Organizing and maintaining physical and electronic case files;
- Drafting correspondence and routine legal documents;
- Assisting with estate planning document preparation and execution appointments;
- Supporting probate litigation matters as needed;
- Coordinating with attorneys, paralegals, and legal assistants to keep cases moving efficiently;
- Performing other routine paralegal and law office tasks as needed. QualificationsRequired:
- Prior Texas probate experience;
- Ability to handle routine probate matters with minimal supervision;
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail;
- Ability to communicate professionally with clients and court staff;
- Comfort working in a fast-paced small firm environment;
- Ability to manage competing deadlines and shifting priorities;
- Strong writing, proofreading, and document-preparation skills;
- Reliability, professionalism, and good judgment;
- Experience with Texas probate courts and e-filing;
- Experience with heirship proceedings and estate administration;
- Experience with Clio or similar case management software.
Preferred:
- Estate planning experience;
- Probate litigation experience;
- Four-year degree and/or paralegal certification.
Compensation and Benefits:
Compensation will be based on experience. The firm offers a collaborative office environment, meaningful responsibility, and the opportunity to work closely with attorneys and support staff on probate and estate matters.
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Level
Mid
Location
Dallas, TX
Occupation
Paralegals and Legal Assistants
Industry
Offices of Lawyers
Posted
9 days ago