Estate Administration Paralegal

We are recruiting for an experienced Estate Administration Paralegal to join a respected law firm with a busy estate planning and probate practice in Tupelo, MS.

This role is ideal for a seasoned paralegal who can manage estate administration, probate, and trust matters with confidence from start to finish. You will work closely with a Managing Partner and an established team while supporting clients through sensitive and important legal matters.

Responsibilities:

• Manage probate, estate administration, and trust administration files from opening through closing

• Prepare and file estate, probate, trust, deed, and real estate title documents

• Collect records from clients, courts, agencies, and financial institutions

• Review financial information and assist with estate tax-related analysis

• Draft client letters, trust funding recommendations, and supporting documentation

• Review trusts, LLC documents, bylaws, and related legal records

• Track deadlines, organize files, and maintain accurate documentation

• Communicate directly with clients in a professional and compassionate manner

• Record billable time daily and work toward a 1,500-hour annual goal

Qualifications:

• Estate administration experience is required

• Hands-on background with probate, trusts, and estate-related matters

• Ability to manage files independently with strong attention to detail

• Proficiency with MS Office, PDFs, and document management systems

• iManage experience is a plus

• Strong communication, organization, and client service skills

• Four-year degree or paralegal certificate preferred; relevant experience may be considered

This is an excellent opportunity to join a stable, team-oriented firm where your estate administration experience will be valued from day one.