Probate Paralegal

Marine View Law
  • Tacoma, WA
  • $65,000–$72,000 Per Year
  • Instant Apply
3 days ago

Job Description

We’re hiring! Our firm is seeking a full-time, experienced paralegal for our growing probate practice. We are seeking a detail-oriented, organized, and motivated probate paralegal to join our team. This position supports attorneys with probate matters, estate administration, and related legal proceedings. The ideal candidate has strong organizational and communication skills, excellent attention to detail, and a willingness to learn probate procedures and legal documentation. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual looking to develop a career in probate law and estate administration. If you’re looking to fill an invaluable position at a firm and love helping others, apply today.

Compensation:

$65,000 - $72,000 yearly


Responsibilities:
  • Assist attorneys with opening and administering probate estates.

  • Prepare, organize, and maintain probate case files and estate records.

  • Draft legal documents, including petitions, notices, declarations, proposed orders, and correspondence, under attorney supervision.

  • Assist with gathering information regarding decedents, heirs, beneficiaries, assets, and liabilities.

  • Track court deadlines, filing requirements, hearings, and other important dates.

  • Assist with preparing and submitting probate documents to the appropriate courts.

  • Help coordinate the collection and organization of estate-related financial records and supporting documentation.

  • Maintain accurate records of estate assets, expenses, distributions, and other relevant information as directed.

  • Communicate professionally with clients, beneficiaries, financial institutions, court personnel, and other parties as authorized.

  • Assist with preparing inventories, accountings, and other estate administration documents.

  • Monitor case progress and follow up on outstanding documents and information.

  • Maintain confidentiality and protect sensitive client and estate information.


Qualifications:
  • Strong oral and written communication skills
  • Preference will be given to those candidates who have at least two years of legal experience, preferably in a law firm environment.


About Company

Marine View Law emphasizes probate, estate planning, and real estate matters. Our team is effective, and we work together to achieve great results for clients. Client satisfaction is reflected in the feedback we receive from them. Our firm values a good work-life balance, and we support our team members in their career goals. Medical, vision, and dental benefits are offered, as well as PTO, vacation, and other opportunities. Compensation is based on experience.

Numbers & Facts

LocationTacoma, WA
Salary$65,000–$72,000 Per Year

Skills

  • Administrator Documentationunmatched
  • Communication Skillsunmatched
  • Customer Satisfactionunmatched
  • Data Collectionunmatched
  • Detail Orientedunmatched
  • Documentationunmatched
  • Legalunmatched
  • Legal Documentsunmatched
  • Organizational Skillsunmatched
  • Paralegalunmatched
  • Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
  • Probateunmatched
  • Record Keepingunmatched
  • Writing Skillsunmatched

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