Wills, Estate Planning & Probate Paralegal
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What you'll do
- Prepare wills, trusts, probate filings, deeds, and estate planning documents
- Assist with estate and probate administration matters
- Maintain communication with clients, courts, and outside parties
- Organize and manage legal files and case documentation
- Support attorneys with scheduling, filings, and case preparation
- Coordinate documentation for trust and estate transactions
What they're looking for
- 2+ years of experience in wills, trusts, probate, or estate planning
- Ability to handle probate and estate matters with minimal supervision
- Strong organizational and communication skills
- Experience preparing legal documents and court filings
Nice to have
- Prior law firm experience preferred
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Full description from employer
Wills, Trusts & Estates Paralegal
Who:
A long-established boutique law firm in the Marietta area is seeking an experienced Wills, Trusts & Estates Paralegal to support a senior attorney handling estate planning and probate matters.
What:
This role will focus on wills, trusts, probate, estate administration, legal document preparation, and client communication support.
When:
The firm has an immediate hiring need due to a recent team transition.
Where:
Marietta, Georgia — fully in-office position located near the courthouse district.
Why:
The firm is seeking a dependable paralegal to provide continuity and support for a busy estate planning and probate practice.
Office Environment:
Small, relationship-oriented boutique law firm with long-tenured employees, collaborative culture, and stable leadership.
Salary:
$65,000 – $75,000 annually depending on experience.
Position Overview:
The Wills, Trusts & Estates Paralegal will support a senior attorney with estate planning, probate administration, trusts, wills, and related legal matters while assisting with client communication and case management responsibilities.
● Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare wills, trusts, probate filings, deeds, and estate planning documents
- Assist with estate and probate administration matters
- Maintain communication with clients, courts, and outside parties
- Organize and manage legal files and case documentation
- Support attorneys with scheduling, filings, and case preparation
- Coordinate documentation for trust and estate transactions
Qualifications:
● 2+ years of experience in wills, trusts, probate, or estate planning
● Ability to handle probate and estate matters with minimal supervision
● Strong organizational and communication skills
● Experience preparing legal documents and court filings
● Prior law firm experience preferred
● Paralegal certificate not required
● Degree not required
Benefits:
- Pension plan available with vesting after approximately five years
- Stable and supportive work environment
- Long-term growth opportunity within an established firm
Schedule:
- Monday through Friday
- 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
- Fully in-office
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