Probate Paralegal

Gembala, McLaughlin & Pecora Co., LPA; Sheffield Lake (OH); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Gembala, McLaughlin & Pecora Co., LPA is seeking a probate paralegal to join its Estate Administration and Probate Department. The role supports attorneys from opening estates through closure, handling filings, asset valuation, and beneficiary communications.

Ideal candidates will have experience in probate administration, strong written and verbal skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple matters and deadlines in a busy law firm setting.

Qualifications

• Experience in Probate Administration and understanding of probate procedures.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Attention to detail and ownership of assigned tasks.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organization, time management, and project management skills.
• Commitment to professionalism and teamwork while working independently.

Responsibilities

• Court filings: prepare, file and serve probate petitions, inventories, and final accountings.
• Estate administration: manage open/close of probate, inventory assets, notify beneficiaries.
• Asset management: compile financial information and coordinate with financial institutions.
• Client communication: act as primary contact for fiduciaries and beneficiaries.
• Calendar management: track court deadlines, hearings, and tax filing dates.

Skills

Probate administration

Docket management

Court filings

Client communication

Team collaboration

Job description

Description

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, handling 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.

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.

Requirements

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