Probate Paralegal - Mentored, Client-Facing Role

Orion Placement; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Job summary

Confidential Employer in Dallas, TX seeks a probate paralegal with 1+ year probate law experience to support attorneys in probate, estate administration, and trust matters.

You will gather financial information, draft petitions, manage court filings, and coordinate with clients to ensure accurate, timely progress across matters. A professional, client-facing role with mentorship and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• 1+ year probate law experience required.
• Experience with estate administration or trust administration is a plus.
• Bachelor's degree, paralegal certificate, or equivalent experience preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organization, accuracy, confidentiality, and attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize responsibilities and work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Professional business attire for client meetings.

Responsibilities

• Support attorneys in probate, estate administration, and trust matters.
• Participate in client meetings and help gather financial and estate information.
• Draft petitions, hearing documents, and other materials for attorney review.
• Assist with valuing and managing estate and trust assets.
• Communicate professionally with clients, court personnel, and advisors.
• Manage court filings, deadlines, and case calendars with precision.
• Conduct legal research and keep matters organized and moving.

Skills

probate experience

communication skills

organization

attention to detail

client-facing environment

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree or paralegal cert

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Confidential Employer in Dallas, TX seeks a probate paralegal with 1+ year probate law experience to support attorneys in probate, estate administration, and trust matters.

You will gather financial information, draft petitions, manage court filings, and coordinate with clients to ensure accurate, timely progress across matters. A professional, client-facing role with mentorship and growth opportunities.