Junior Paralegal/Legal Assistant

A boutique law firm is seeking one organized, detail-driven professional to support an active probate and estate administration practice. This position is open at both the Junior Paralegal or Legal Administrative Assistant level - the right title and compensation will be determined based on the candidate's background and experience. You'll work closely with a solo practitioner, managing a caseload of 5 to 10 active estates at a time and serving as a key point of contact for clients and court personnel throughout the full life cycle of each matter. As the firm grows, there is real potential for advancement for the right person.

What You'll Do

• Prepare, organize, and file probate petitions, inventories, accountings, forms, and supporting documentation with Maryland courts (paper filing only - no e-filing)
• Manage estate administration cases from opening to closing, including asset location, deadline tracking, and coordinating withdrawals from the state
• Draft client correspondence and estate-related letters; prepare and send physical mailings
• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients and coordinate directly with the Registers of Wills office by phone regarding case status and filing requirements
• Assist with locating and inventorying estate assets as directed
• Maintain accurate, organized case files in both electronic and physical format
• Manage documents using Clio case management software and Microsoft 365, including PDF conversion and records management