Estate Administration Paralegal

Fletcher Tilton PC - Attorneys at Law; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Job summary

Fletcher Tilton PC - Attorneys at Law in Worcester, MA is seeking an experienced paralegal to support attorneys with guardianships, conservatorships, and estate administration. The role emphasizes precision, organization, and timely filings in a fast-paced environment.

You will prepare petitions, pleadings, inventories, and other court documents; communicate with clients and court personnel; maintain case files and deadlines; and assist in court proceedings.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a paralegal, preferably in estate administration, probate, or guardianship matters.
• Familiar with probate court procedures and rules
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills
• Ability to handle multiple cases simultaneously with great attention to detail
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Able to conduct legal research and draft legal documents

Responsibilities

• Prepare and file guardianship and conservatorship petitions
• Prepare probate pleadings including those for estate administration, guardianships, rogers authority, and conservatorship
• Draft probate pleadings, inventories, accountings, and other court documents; Prepare probate inventories, accountings, and other court documents
• Communicate with clients, court personnel, and opposing parties
• Assist with all aspects of estate administration, including asset collection, distributions and estate tax returns
• Maintain case files and track deadlines to ensure timely filings
• Conduct legal research and prepare summaries for attorney review
• Support attorneys in court proceedings and hearings

Skills

Paralegal experience

Estate administration

Probate court procedures

Legal research

Document drafting

Time management

Communication skills

Job description

Are you an experienced paralegal with a passion for helping families navigate complex legal processes? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where attention to detail and strong organizational skills are key? If so, we want you on our team!

Fletcher Tilton PC is a respected mid-sized law firm specializing in estate planning, probate, and guardianship matters. We are seeking a skilled and compassionate paralegal to assist attorneys with guardianships, conservatorships, and estate administration.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and file guardianship and conservatorship petitions
• Prepare various probate pleadings including those for estate administration, guardianships, rogers authority, and conservatorship
• Draft probate pleadings, inventories, accountings, and other court documents; Prepare probate inventories, accountings, and other court documents
• Communicate with clients, court personnel, and opposing parties
• Assist with all aspects of estate administration, including asset collection, distributions and estate tax returns
• Maintain case files and track deadlines to ensure timely filings
• Conduct legal research and prepare summaries for attorney review
• Support attorneys in court proceedings and hearings

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience as a paralegal, preferably in estate administration, probate, or guardianship matters; Prior experience as a paralegal in estate administration, probate, or guardianship matters preferred, but willing to train the right candidate
• Familiar with probate court procedures and rules
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills
• Ability to handle multiple cases simultaneously with great attention to detail
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Able to conduct legal research and draft legal documents

Why Join Us?

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• A collaborative and supportive team environment
• Opportunities for professional growth and continuing education
• Meaningful work that makes a difference in clients' lives

If you are a detail-oriented, proactive, and compassionate paralegal, we would love to hear from you!