Trusts & Estates Paralegal

Cerami Search Group

  • Dallas, TX
  • $75,000-90,000 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 43 mins ago
Our client, a dynamic and growing Dallas-area law firm, is seeking an experienced Trusts & Estates Paralegal to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity for a highly skilled professional with a strong background in both transactional estate planning and probate/trust litigation. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record managing high-volume, high-stakes matters in a fast-paced legal environment.Key Responsibilities:
  • Draft, file, and manage estate planning documents, probate pleadings, petitions, fiduciary accountings, and discovery materials.
  • Coordinate probate and trust administration processes from inception through final distribution.
  • Support attorneys in fiduciary litigation, including drafting court filings and tracking deadlines.
  • Conduct legal research related to probate procedures and estate planning matters.
  • Manage case files, court calendars, and e-filing across local and state jurisdictions.
  • Maintain strict confidentiality while handling sensitive client information.
Qualifications:
  • Minimum 4+ years of experience as a paralegal in trusts & estates, estate planning, and probate litigation.
  • Extensive knowledge of estate planning documents, probate court rules, and fiduciary dispute procedures.
  • Proficiency in drafting legal documents and court filings with a high degree of accuracy.
  • Strong understanding of local and state court systems, including electronic filing platforms.
  • Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines.
  • Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Preferred Attributes:
  • Detail-oriented, proactive, and highly organized.
  • Able to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
  • Strong legal research and case management skills.
  • Discreet and professional in handling confidential client matters.
Benefits:
  • Competitive salary based on experience.
  • Comprehensive benefits package (health, vision, 401(k), PTO, Paid Parking).
  • Supportive and team-oriented work environment.
Cerami Search Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate all applicants based on their qualifications and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected category under applicable law.

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