Probate Paralegal

gmpfirm; Kentucky; On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Paid time off

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Job summary

Gembala, McLaughlin & Pecora Co., LPA is seeking a probate paralegal to support its Estate Administration and Probate Department. The role involves opening estates, managing probate processes, preparing court documents, asset valuation, beneficiary communications, and fiduciary accountings.

The ideal candidate will have experience in probate administration, strong written and verbal communication, and the ability to work independently and with a team. Competitive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Experience in Probate Administration and understanding of courts probate procedures.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Attention to detail and willingness to take ownership of assigned tasks.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organization, time management, and project management skills.
• Commitment to professionalism, collegiality, and teamwork, along with ability to work independently on various projects.

Responsibilities

• Preparing, filing, and serving probate petitions, inventories, and final accountings with the probate court.
• Managing the probate process from opening to closing, including inventorying assets and transferring titles.
• Compiling financial information, coordinating with financial institutions, and assisting with tax valuations.
• Acting as a primary contact for fiduciaries and beneficiaries, providing updates, and gathering information.
• Tracking court deadlines, hearings, and tax filing dates.

Skills

Probate administration

Communication

Organization

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Teamwork

Job description

Practice Area: Estate Administration and Probate

Gembala, McLaughlin & Pecora Co., LPA is a full-service law firm seeking a probate paralegal to join its Estate Administration and Probate Department. This candidate will assist the attorneys in opening estates from start to finish, including but not limited to: managing the administration of deceased persons’ estates, preparing/filing court documents, handle asset valuation, beneficiary notifications, fiduciary accountings, and tax return preparation.

Key Responsibilities and Duties:

• Court Filings & Procedures: Preparing, filing, and serving probate petitions, inventories, and final accountings with the probate court.
• Estate Administration: Managing the probate process from opening to closing, including inventorying assets, communicating with beneficiaries, and transferring titles.
• Asset Management: Compiling financial information, coordinating with financial institutions, and assisting with tax valuations.
• Client Communication: Acting as a primary contact for fiduciaries and beneficiaries, providing updates, and gathering information.
• Calendar Management: Tracking court deadlines, hearings, and tax filing dates.

This candidate should possess the following skills:

• Handle probate and trust administration cases;
• Independently manage assigned cases and docket;
• Work effectively with other firm attorneys and professional staff;
• Provide timely and professional communications to clients;
• Effectively manage the attorneys schedule and upcoming court deadlines.

Ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:

• Experience in Probate Administration and understanding of courts probate procedures;
• Excellent written and oral communication skills;
• Attention to detail and willingness to take ownership of assigned tasks;
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment;
• Strong organization, time management, and project management skills;
• Commitment to professionalism, collegiality, and teamwork, along with ability to work independently on various projects.
• 401(k)
• Paid time off
• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance

Salary: Commensurate with experience.