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Probate Paralegal

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Watterworth Law Office

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$67,600 Salary, Part-Time

Posted 1 week ago (Updated 5 days ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 7/9/2026

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Job Description

Probate Paralegal Watterworth Law Office Simsbury, CT Job Details Part-time | Contract $25 - $40 an hour 6 hours ago Benefits Free parking Work from home Flexible schedule Qualifications Estate administration Customer communication Legal administrative experience Attention to detail Probate process support Certified Notary Public Legal case management Time management Wills, trusts & estate law Full Job Description Job Overview Watterworth Law Offices, LLC is seeking a detail-oriented, empathetic, and highly organized Probate Paralegal to support our firm in estate administration. The ideal candidate will guide clients through the probate process with compassion and efficiency, handling case files from initiation through closure.
Key Responsibilities Estate Administration & Probate:
Prepare and file probate court documents, including petitions, inventories, accountings, and closing statements.
Asset Management:
Coordinate the collection, valuation, and distribution of estate assets (bank accounts, real estate, and investments).
Client Communication:
Serve as a primary point of contact for clients, beneficiaries, executors, and financial institutions.
Case Management:
Maintain case calendars, track critical court and tax deadlines, and organize both physical and electronic files.
Document Preparation:
Draft correspondence, affidavits, deeds, and assist attorneys with simple Connecticut estate tax returns.
Qualifications Experience:
2-5 years of proven experience as a paralegal or legal assistant focusing on probate and estate administration.
Local Knowledge:
Strong familiarity with state-specific probate courts, procedures, and e-filing systems.
Technical Skills:
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Clio legal case management software.
Soft Skills:
Superior communication, analytical, and time-management skills with a proven ability to handle sensitive matters.
Certifications:
Paralegal certificate or degree preferred; Notary Public commission is a plus. How to Apply To apply, please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your probate experience to .
Pay:
$25.00 - $40.00 per hour
Benefits:
Flexible schedule Free parking Work from home
Work Location:
Hybrid remote in Simsbury, CT