Junior Probate Paralegal - Estates & Trusts

The Salvation Army; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Holidays with Pay

Life Insurance

Retirement Plan

Job summary

The Salvation Army is seeking a Junior Probate Paralegal to support estate and trust files from intake through closure. You will organize confidential legacy files, review documents, and prepare routine requisitions and Board of Trustee materials while following established workflows.

Responsibilities include researching basic legal questions, coordinating with outside counsel, and assisting with project tracking and file cleanups.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in paralegal studies or related field.
• Two years of experience as a paralegal or in a legal office, preferably with exposure to estate and trust administration.
• High level of proficiency with writing and technology, including Microsoft Office applications, Adobe Acrobat, electronic filing, LexisNexis, and Westlaw.
• Thorough understanding of the discovery process relative to ESI collection, processing, and management.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and paralegal support throughout the lifecycle of estate and trust files, from intake to closure.
• Review legal documents to identify The Salvation Army’s potential interests and prepare routine correspondence and requisitions.
• Coordinate with outside counsel and internal divisions; maintain confidential legacy files and department databases.

Skills

Legal research

Written communication

Records management

Technology

Customer service

Education

Associate degree in paralegal studies

Tools

LexisNexis

Westlaw

Adobe Acrobat

Microsoft Office

Electronic filing

Legal Tracker

Job description

The Salvation Army is seeking a Junior Probate Paralegal to support estate and trust files from intake through closure. You will organize confidential legacy files, review documents, and prepare routine requisitions and Board of Trustee materials while following established workflows.

Responsibilities include researching basic legal questions, coordinating with outside counsel, and assisting with project tracking and file cleanups.