Estate and Probate Paralegal

A full service law firm is seeking a full-time, experienced, highly organized, and detail-oriented Estate and Probate Paralegal to join their Private Client Services group in West Palm Beach, Florida. In this role, you will play a vital part in supporting complex estate and probate matters, ensuring precise document and pleading preparation and smooth case management. The ideal candidate will bring years of experience in probate document drafting, filing, and case management in complex matters across multiple jurisdictions, an enthusiasm for mastering changing legal processes, exceptional organizational skills, clear communication skills with the ability to work independently and as part of a team, and a proactive approach to handling complex estate and probate cases. This position performs a variety of paralegal support duties and delivers high-quality service, exhibiting commitment to integrity and excellence. Candidates for the role must have a thorough knowledge of law firm and practice specific processes and procedures, information technology systems, research tools, and a broad-based understanding of the estate and probate process. The scope of responsibilities includes primarily drafting and filing estate and probate documents in all 67 counties of the State of Florida; independent case management, assisting with various IRS filings and procedures; trust administration, and preparation of client correspondence. In addition, responsibilities will also include (to a lesser extent) guardianship, client support, legal research, and other tasks as assigned.