PartTime Estate Planning Probate Paralegal

Toland Law; Hamden (CT); Hybrid; USD 33,062 - 41,328; Part time

Job summary

Toland Law in Hamden, Connecticut, is seeking a part-time paralegal to support our probate and estate planning practice. This role is 15–20 hours per week, primarily in-office with some remote flexibility once trained.

You will work directly with the attorney to prepare documents, manage filings and deadlines, communicate with clients, and keep matters moving smoothly from start to finish. Prior experience in estate planning or probate and strong attention to detail are essential.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in estate planning and/or probate.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Comfortable working independently and managing deadlines.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.
• Compassionate and professional with clients.

Responsibilities

• Draft probate documents and reports for attorney review
• Prepare initial drafts of estate planning documents (wills, trusts, POAs, etc.)
• File documents with probate courts and government agencies
• Track court notices, deadlines, and required follow-ups
• Draft routine client correspondence using firm templates
• Communicate with clients to gather information and documents
• Maintain organized electronic and physical files
• Help ensure clients feel supported and informed throughout the process

Skills

Estate planning

Probate

Attention to detail

Communication

Independence

Job description

Are you an experienced estate planning or probate paralegal who enjoys helping clients during important life transitions — without the stress of litigation? Do you take pride in organized files, accurate documents, and supporting an attorney who values your work? If you want a steady, part-time role in a thriving, mission-driven firm, this may be a great fit. Toland Law is an estate planning, probate, and elder law practice in Hamden, Connecticut. We are seeking a part-time Paralegal (15–20 hours per week) to support our probate and estate planning practice. This role is primarily in-office, with some flexibility for remote work once trained. You will work directly with the attorney to: prepare probate and estate planning documents manage filings and deadlines communicate with clients keep matters moving smoothly from start to finish This is a long-term role for someone who enjoys being part of a small, collaborative firm.

Responsibilities

• Draft probate documents and reports for attorney review
• Prepare initial drafts of estate planning documents (wills, trusts, POAs, etc.)
• File documents with probate courts and government agencies
• Track court notices, deadlines, and required follow-ups
• Draft routine client correspondence using firm templates
• Communicate with clients to gather information and documents
• Maintain organized electronic and physical files
• Help ensure clients feel supported and informed throughout the process

Qualifications

• Prior experience in estate planning and/or probate
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Comfortable working independently and managing deadlines
• Clear written and verbal communication skills
• Compassionate and professional with clients

Compensation: $24 - $30 hourly based on experience