Paralegal

Paralegal – Probate Administration

Location: Bristol, CT - Hybrid after in-office training is complete

Our client, a well-established law firm, is seeking a full-time Probate Paralegal to join their Probate Department in an in-office setting. This role focuses on estate and probate administration and is ideal for someone who enjoys detailed legal work and working closely with attorneys, courts, and clients. Do you have hands-on experience with probate and estate administration? Are you highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing multiple matters independently? Do you enjoy being part of a collaborative legal team while still owning your work? If so, this may be the perfect Paralegal position for you. Keep scrolling to see what this opportunity has to offer.

The Perks!

• Compensation: $25.00 – $30.00 per hour, based on experience
• Benefits: 401(k) + matching, Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays
• Flexible work schedule: Monday - Thursday 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM and 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM on Friday
• hybrid flexibility after 3 month training

A Day in the Life of the Paralegal

In this role, you’ll support the Probate Department by handling all aspects of estate administration from start to finish. You’ll prepare court filings, manage documentation, communicate with clients and institutions, and help ensure matters move smoothly through the probate process. Your work directly supports the firm’s mission of providing thorough, professional service during sensitive legal matters.

Responsibilities include:

• Managing probate and estate administration matters (TPO, AIL, and full administrations)
• Preparing probate court filings, inventories, and accountings
• Drafting correspondence with clients, probate courts, and financial institutions
• Maintaining organized case files and documentation
• Supporting attorneys throughout the probate process
• Using Microsoft Office and legal software to manage case information

Requirements and Qualifications:

• 1+ year of probate administration experience
• Experience working with Tax Purpose Only (TPO), Affidavit in Lieu (AIL), small estates, and full estate administration
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office experience
• Strong organizational, attention to detail, and time-management skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team
• Professional communication and interpersonal skills

About the Hiring Company:

Our client is a respected legal practice with a dedicated Probate Department handling estate and probate matters. The firm is known for its professional environment, collaborative team culture, and commitment to providing high-quality legal services to its clients.

Come Join Our Probate Team!

Start by filling out this 3-minute, mobile-friendly application here. We look forward to hearing from you!