Probate Legal Assistant

Smith Clinesmith; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Paid time off

Sick leave

Paid holidays

Company culture

Performance coaching

Professional development

Job summary

Smith Clinesmith is seeking a Probate Legal Assistant to support attorneys, paralegals, and firm leadership through the probate process. The role involves document preparation, file maintenance, communications coordination, and court filing assistance, with training provided on firm procedures and opportunities for professional development.

The ideal candidate will have probate-law experience, exceptional organization, and strong communication abilities, capable of handling sensitive information

Qualifications

• Prior experience in probate law is required.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple matters and meet deadlines.
• Experience preparing and managing legal documents.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and manage probate legal documents.
• Maintain accurate case files and organize records.
• Coordinate communications with clients, courts, and attorneys.
• Assist with court filings and other administrative tasks.

Job description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Probate Legal Assistant to join our team and work closely with attorneys, paralegals, and firm leadership to support clients throughout the probate process. We provide comprehensive training on firm-specific procedures, along with opportunities for professional development in a supportive, client-focused environment.

The Probate Legal Assistant is responsible for supporting attorneys with probate matters by preparing and managing legal documents, maintaining accurate case files, coordinating communications, and assisting with court filings and other administrative tasks. This position requires prior experience in probate law, strong organizational skills, excellent communication abilities, and the ability to manage multiple matters while meeting important deadlines.

The ideal candidate is professional, responsive, and comfortable communicating with clients, beneficiaries, courts, and other relevant parties. This individual must be able to handle sensitive information with discretion, maintain accurate records, and provide dependable administrative support throughout the probate process.

Benefits of working with us:

• Health, vision, and dental insurance benefits
• Paid time off (PTO) and sick leave
• Paid holidays
• Supportive company culture
• Performance coaching and professional development