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A growing and client-focused estate planning practice in the northwest metro is seeking an experienced Estate Planning Paralegal to support attorneys in delivering comprehensive estate planning and estate administration services. This role involves direct client interaction, document preparation, and support across the full lifecycle of estate planning, probate, and trust administration matters. The practice serves individuals and families across a wide range of asset levels, including high-net-worth clients and closely-held business owners, with an emphasis on thoughtful planning, tax efficiency, and seamless wealth transfer strategies.
Job Responsibility
Draft estate planning documents, including: Wills, revocable and irrevocable trusts
Powers of attorney and health care directives
Ancillary transfer and funding documents
Assist with probate and trust administration, including: Preparing court filings and pleadings
Coordinating asset valuation and distribution
Communicating with personal representatives, trustees, and beneficiaries
Support attorneys in complex estate planning matters, including: Business succession planning
Tax-oriented estate planning strategies
Administration of high-net-worth estates
Manage client files from intake through closing, ensuring accuracy and organization of all documentation
Coordinate with clients and professional advisors (accountants, financial planners, etc.) to gather information and facilitate planning implementation
Track deadlines and ensure timely filing of probate and court-related documents
Maintain strong client relationships through professional, responsive communication
Requirements
3+ years of experience as a paralegal supporting estate planning and/or probate practice
Strong working knowledge of: Minnesota probate procedures
Estate and trust administration processes
Estate planning document structures
Experience drafting estate planning instruments independently or with minimal supervision preferred
High level of organization and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple matters simultaneously
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a client-service mindset
Proficiency in Microsoft Office
experience with estate planning or practice management software is a plus
Nice to have
Experience drafting estate planning instruments independently or with minimal supervision preferred
experience with estate planning or practice management software is a plus