What are the responsibilities and job description for the Virtual Probate Paralegal position at Equivity, Inc.?
Equivity is seeking an experienced virtual paralegal to support attorneys in probate and estate administration matters. This is a remote opportunity to help guide families through the probate process with professionalism, efficiency, and compassion. Candidates should be well-versed in court procedures, document preparation, and managing deadlines associated with estate administration.
Key Responsibilities:
Draft and file probate court documents, including petitions, notices, waivers, inventories, accountings, and closing statements.
Prepare related correspondence and forms for clients, courts, and financial institutions.
Track probate timelines and court deadlines, ensuring timely filings and compliance.
Communicate with court clerks and maintain current knowledge of local rules and filing requirements.
Manage case files, task lists, and calendars using cloud-based legal software.
Assist with marshalling assets, preparing reports, and tracking distributions.
Maintain proactive and professional communication with clients during standard business hours (9 AM – 6 PM).
About You:
Minimum of 3 years of recent paralegal experience handling probate and estate administration matters.
Skilled in preparing and filing probate documents with minimal supervision.
Familiarity with state-specific probate processes and court systems.
Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple deadlines and case files simultaneously.
Experience communicating with court personnel, financial institutions, and clients in a professional, responsive manner.
Familiar with cloud-based legal software such as Clio, MyCase, or similar.
Equipped with a Windows-based laptop, smartphone, and broadband internet connection.
Why Work with Equivity?
Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, paid sick leave, employee discounts, EAP, and expense reimbursements.
Flexible Remote Work: Enjoy the autonomy of working from home while contributing to meaningful legal work.
Performance Bonuses: Quarterly incentives are awarded for exceptional performance.
Professional Growth: Work with a team of experienced professionals and develop long-term relationships with a variety of clients.
About Equivity:
Equivity provides virtual paralegal, administrative, and marketing support to attorneys and businesses across the United States. Our remote team members enjoy flexible work schedules while building strong, long-term relationships with clients.
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree.
Minimum 3 years of recent paralegal experience in probate or estate administration.
Availability to respond to client requests within one hour, Monday through Friday, 9 AM – 6 PM.
Ability to work 20–40 hours per week on an ongoing basis.
Minimal Specifications:
Windows 10
2GHz processing speed (typically Intel or AMD) i5 processor & above
8GB RAM
100GB of hard drive space
Bitdefender, McAfee Antivirus Plus OR Symantec Norton AntiVirus Basic
To learn more about Equivity, visit www.equivityva.com
Equivity is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful work environment free from discrimination and harassment.
Salary : $26 - $30