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Estate Planning Probate Paralegal

United States, Omaha Employment contract · Job Posted March 21, 2026
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Dvorak Law Group is seeking an experienced and highly organized Estate Planning Paralegal to join our estate planning practice group in Omaha, NE. This role is ideal for a professional who thrives in a collaborative environment, enjoys client interaction, and has a passion for helping individuals and families plan for the future. The position offers the opportunity to work alongside attorneys and staff on a wide range of estate and trust matters, including estate and gift planning, trust administration, probate, and related business succession planning.

Job Responsibility

  • Assist attorneys with all aspects of estate planning, trust administration, and probate matters
  • Draft, revise, and format estate planning documents such as wills, trusts, powers of attorney, advance directives, deeds, and related documents to firm standards
  • Prepare initial drafts of documents, maintain checklists, and incorporate revisions from drafting sessions
  • Manage the organization and administration of estate and trust files, including asset inventories, accountings, tax documents, and beneficiary correspondence
  • File documents with the appropriate courts and agencies to ensure compliance with state and federal requirements
  • Communicate directly with clients, financial institutions, and other third parties to request information, provide updates, and ensure timely responses
  • Coordinate workflow and delegate tasks to support teams to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and efficiency
  • Maintain and update estate planning and trust administration databases and client records
  • Support client billing matters by preparing billing letters, tracking time, and handling related administrative tasks
  • Organize and manage electronic and paper files in accordance with firm standards
  • Research statutes, regulations, and other legal resources as needed
  • Assist with special projects and other duties as assigned

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree and/or paralegal certificate from an ABA-accredited program preferred
  • 5+ years of estate planning, trust administration, or probate paralegal experience in a law firm or financial institution
  • Strong knowledge of estate planning procedures, probate filings, trust administration, and related documentation
  • Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage large volumes of information and multiple deadlines
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), PDF tools, and legal practice management systems
  • Strong attention to detail, proofreading, and document formatting skills
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with attorneys, clients, and staff
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
  • Commitment to confidentiality, discretion, and client service
  • Must be willing to undergo a background check

What we offer

  • Group Health Insurance (shared employer/employee cost)
  • Group Dental Insurance (shared employer/employee cost)
  • Vision Insurance (employee paid)
  • Short-Term Disability Insurance (employee paid)
  • Critical Care Insurance (employee paid)
  • Accident Insurance (employee paid)
  • 401(k) Plan (employee contribution/employer match)
  • Long-Term Disability Insurance (employer paid)
  • Life Insurance (employer paid)
  • Dependent Care FSA (employee paid)
  • Health Savings Account (employee paid)
  • Employee Assistance Program (employer paid)

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