Wills, Estate Planning & Probate Paralegal

Confidential Employer; Marietta (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension plan

Long-term growth opportunity

Stable and supportive environment

Job summary

Confidential Employer in Marietta, GA seeks an experienced Wills, Trusts & Estates Paralegal for an in-office role supporting a senior attorney in estate planning and probate matters.

Responsibilities include preparing wills, trusts, probate filings, and estate documents, while maintaining client and court communications and organizing case files. A minimum of 2+ years in wills/probate is required; paralegal certificate not required.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in wills, trusts, probate, or estate planning.
• Ability to handle probate and estate matters with minimal supervision.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Experience preparing legal documents and court filings.
• Prior law firm experience preferred.
• Paralegal certificate not required.
• Degree not required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare wills, trusts, probate filings, deeds, and estate planning documents.
• Assist with estate and probate administration matters.
• Maintain communication with clients, courts, and outside parties.
• Organize and manage legal files and case documentation.
• Support attorneys with scheduling, filings, and case preparation.
• Coordinate documentation for trust and estate transactions.

Skills

Estate planning

Wills & trusts

Probate administration

Client communication

Organization

Document preparation

Job description

Wills, Trusts & Estates Paralegal

Who:

A long-established boutique law firm in the Marietta area is seeking an experienced Wills, Trusts & Estates Paralegal to support a senior attorney handling estate planning and probate matters.

What:

This role will focus on wills, trusts, probate, estate administration, legal document preparation, and client communication support.

When:

The firm has an immediate hiring need due to a recent team transition.

Where:

Marietta, Georgia — fully in-office position located near the courthouse district.

Why:

The firm is seeking a dependable paralegal to provide continuity and support for a busy estate planning and probate practice.

Office Environment:

Small, relationship-oriented boutique law firm with long-tenured employees, collaborative culture, and stable leadership.

Salary:

$65,000 – $75,000 annually depending on experience.

Position Overview:

The Wills, Trusts & Estates Paralegal will support a senior attorney with estate planning, probate administration, trusts, wills, and related legal matters while assisting with client communication and case management responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare wills, trusts, probate filings, deeds, and estate planning documents
• Assist with estate and probate administration matters
• Maintain communication with clients, courts, and outside parties
• Organize and manage legal files and case documentation
• Support attorneys with scheduling, filings, and case preparation
• Coordinate documentation for trust and estate transactions

Qualifications:

• 2+ years of experience in wills, trusts, probate, or estate planning
• Ability to handle probate and estate matters with minimal supervision
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Experience preparing legal documents and court filings
• Prior law firm experience preferred
• Paralegal certificate not required
• Degree not required

Benefits:

• Pension plan available with vesting after approximately five years
• Stable and supportive work environment
• Long-term growth opportunity within an established firm

Schedule:

• Monday through Friday
• 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
• Fully in-office