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 5+ 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.