Estate Planning and Probate Paralegal
Posted 2026-05-06
Remote, USA
Full-time
Immediate Start
About the position
Equivity is seeking a skilled Estate Planning & Probate Paralegal with a minimum of three years of experience supporting attorneys in estate planning, probate, and trust administration. In this role, you will work as part of a dedicated, long-term team of legal professionals, partnering directly with attorneys while being fully supported by Equivity’s internal operations and leadership. We are looking for a highly organized, detail-oriented professional with a strong foundation in estate planning and probate who can manage multiple matters, anticipate attorney needs, and thrive in a remote environment.
- Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive paralegal support in estate planning and probate matters, including drafting and preparing legal documents
- Assist with preparation of wills, trusts, powers of attorney, advance healthcare directives, and related estate planning documents
- Support probate and trust administration, including preparation of petitions, inventories, accountings, and court filings
- Utilize estate planning drafting software such as WealthCounsel, ElderCounsel, or similar platforms to generate and manage documents
- Assist with asset identification, beneficiary coordination, and document organization
- Communicate professionally with clients, courts, and third parties throughout the estate administration process
- Maintain and organize case files, track deadlines, and ensure timely filings
- Assist with estate funding and post-execution follow-up
- Adapt quickly to new legal workflows and client preferences, supporting matters from intake through resolution
- Requirements
- Minimum 3 years of experience working in Estate Planning and Probate
- Bachelor's degree required
- Minimum availability of 20 hours/week to start
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple cases
- Strong attention to detail and communication skill
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Adobe
- Experience with Estate Planning software such as Wealth Counsel
- Windows-based computer preferred
- Availability and responsiveness within 1 hour during standard business hours (9:00 AM – 6:00 PM)
- Nice-to-haves
- Experience with legal software (Clio or similar is a plus)
- Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Paid sick time and employee discounts
- Quarterly performance bonuses
- Reimbursement of certain expenses
- Professional development and advancement opportunities
- Supportive and inclusive remote work culture