Senior Probate & Trust Administration Paralegal

Williams Parker; Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Williams Parker in Sarasota, FL seeks an experienced Probate & Trust Administration Paralegal to support its Trusts & Estates practice, guiding complex matters from initial administration through final distribution.

The ideal candidate has substantive probate experience, strong organizational and financial skills, and professional credentials; Florida Registered Paralegal or Certified Legal Assistant preferred; the role offers a collaborative, growth-oriented environment.

Qualifications

• Substantive probate and trust administration experience. Prior paralegal experience supporting complex estate and trust administration matters in a law firm or substantially similar professional environment.
• Strong technical and financial capabilities. Experience with probate documentation, estate or trust accountings, asset administration, and related financial records. Familiarity with EstateWorks, HotDocs, BNA 706 tax preparation, iManage, and Microsoft Office is preferred.
• Exceptional organization and project management. The ability to manage a high volume of detailed matters, competing priorities, court deadlines, financial information, and follow-up responsibilities with accuracy and consistency.
• Sound judgment and client-service orientation.
• Collaboration and disciplined execution.
• Professional credentials. Florida Registered Paralegal or Certified Legal Assistant designation is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage probate and trust administration matters.
• Coordinate estate assets and financial activity.
• Support beneficiaries and fiduciaries.
• Maintain deadlines, records, and court compliance.
• Provide substantive legal support.

Skills

Probate experience

Technical & financial skills

Organization & PM

Client service

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Florida Registered Paralegal

Certified Legal Assistant

Tools

EstateWorks

HotDocs

BNA 706 tax prep

iManage

Microsoft Office

Job description

Williams Parker in Sarasota, FL seeks an experienced Probate & Trust Administration Paralegal to support its Trusts & Estates practice, guiding complex matters from initial administration through final distribution.

The ideal candidate has substantive probate experience, strong organizational and financial skills, and professional credentials; Florida Registered Paralegal or Certified Legal Assistant preferred; the role offers a collaborative, growth-oriented environment.