Job Title: Probate Paralegal (PART-TIME)
Job Responsibilities:
- Calendar attorney appointments, court hearings, and other case-related deadlines.
- Organize and maintain documents in both paper and electronic filing systems.
- Meet with clients, attorneys, and other professionals to discuss case details.
- Conduct detailed intakes with potential clients.
- File pleadings and other documents with the court clerk.
- Assist in preparing for court proceedings by proofing documents, organizing exhibits, and performing other necessary tasks.
- Attend meetings with clients to witness the execution of estate planning documents.
- Assist in the preparation of legal documents, including accountings, guardianship and trust accountings.
- Help attorneys prepare pleadings and other legal documents, including drafting documents for attorney review.
- Coordinate communications between parties, including the delivery of subpoenas and other documents.
Education and Experience Information:
- Certificate of completion from an ABA-approved paralegal certification program or an associate degree in paralegal studies may be substituted by relevant experience.
- Knowledge of probate, estate planning, guardianship, and trust documents.
- Proficiency in Microsoft 365 Office, specifically Outlook, Word, Teams, and Excel.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Excellent organizational skills.
- Ability to work with highly emotional clients in stressful family litigation situations.
- Experience using the King County Superior Court ECR system or an electronic records system for another Washington county.
- Ability to effectively multi-task, manage time-sensitive documents, and possess exceptional organizational skills in a fast-paced environment.
- Capability to function effectively in a busy, team-oriented environment.
Salary Information:
- Pay: - per hour
- Expected hours: 18 – 24 per week
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- No nights
- No weekends
Work Location: In person
An established law firm that specializes in providing effective solutions for probate litigation matters seeks to contract with a part-time paralegal experienced in probate. The role involves working 18 to 24 hours per week, providing support to attorneys in mediation, complex estate litigation, and elder law cases. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in probate and estate planning, with excellent organizational and communication skills, and the ability to work in a dynamic, team-oriented environment.
