Probate Paralegal

 Probate Paralegal

At Nachawati Law Group, we fight for justice on behalf of thousands of clients who have been harmed by corporate negligence. As a nationally recognized mass tort firm, we’re not just winning cases — we’re changing lives. Our Probate Department is a vital part of our mission, and we’re seeking a driven Probate Paralegal who is passionate about helping families navigate the legal process during their most vulnerable times.

Key Responsibilities of our Probate Paralegal

• Managing probate filings across multiple jurisdictions for mass tort claims
• File management from start to finish, including the preparation of pleadings and documents relevant to client files.
• Manage workflow through the court system.
• Assisting with the preparation, formatting, filing, and signing of legal documents.
• Organizing and managing client files, including digital, share-drive, and paper files.
• Answering incoming calls to the firm and scheduling consultations, taking messages, or directing calls.
• Preparing correspondence letters and/or emails to clients or other parties
• Working closely with attorneys and Probate Court for full administration of estates, appointment of Trustee and filing the necessary documents for Testamentary Trusts; appointment of Guardian and filing the necessary documents and reports for guardianships.
• Preparing petitions, letters of administration, affidavits, and related documents
• Tracking deadlines and coordinating with courts, clients, and internal teams
• Working with next-of-kin, executors, and personal representatives to gather required information
• Assisting in the creation of probate packets and supporting settlement processing
• Maintaining detailed case records using legal CRM and document management systems
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Preferred/Required Qualifications of Our Probate Paralegal

• Associate’s degree and/or Paralegal Certification
• 2–5+ years of probate or estate administration experience required
• Strong understanding of litigation & mass tort terms.
• Case management skills, including a strong aptitude for managing and prioritizing multiple projects and deadlines.
• Ability to manage and meet competing deadlines and priorities.
• Superior organization skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills as well as analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Deadline and detail-oriented
• Excellent organization and problem-solving skills; must be able to maintain a high case volume.

Why You’ll Love Working with Us

• Work with a Collaborative Team: Our attorneys and staff work together seamlessly, fostering a supportive environment where every contribution matters.
• Competitive Compensation: We offer a competitive salary, plus comprehensive benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, and generous PTO.
• Career Growth: This is a role that allows for career advancement—take on new responsibilities and expand your skills!
• Work-Life Balance: We value your time and believe in supporting a healthy work-life balance.  

About Nachawati Law Group

At Nachawati Law Group, we successfully fight corporate injustices for our clients by delivering passionate, persistent, professional, and trustworthy representation. Our lawyers are passionate about balancing the scales of justice for our clients. We focus on our clients’ needs and believe in being approachable, responsive, effective, and trustworthy. Building successful relationships with our clients allows us to represent them more effectively and address their needs.

Nachawati Law Group is an equal employment opportunity firm and considers all individuals regardless of race, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sexual orientation. We do not tolerate discrimination in hiring, work responsibilities, promotions, compensation, terminations, or any other employment conditions.

Ready to join a team that’s making a difference?

If you're ready to bring your skills, passion, and legal expertise to our firm, we’d love to hear from you! Don’t miss your chance to be part of a firm that values growth, collaboration, and professional development. Apply today and take the next step in your legal career!