Who We Are: At Relational Estate & Elder Law, we are deeply committed to helping residents in Winchester, Northern Virginia, and the Shenandoah Valley protect their families, assets, and futures. Our work in estate planning, elder law, and estate administration is grounded in compassion, clarity, and excellence.
We believe estate administration is more than paperwork. It’s guiding families through one of life’s hardest seasons with confidence and care. We are a growing firm with a strong culture, and we are looking for someone who wants to grow with us.
Description: We are seeking an experienced Estate Administration Paralegal who thrives in complex matters, enjoys responsibility, and has the potential to increase responsibilities over time. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys a challenge, can manage a high volume of work with excellence, and brings a hopeful, solution-oriented mindset.
This role is best suited for a professional who not only executes well but also thinks ahead, supports others, and naturally steps into leadership.
Location: Remote (Must be located in Virginia or West Virginia)
What We Are Looking For Someone Who:
- Has prior estate administration experience and understands the life cycle of an estate
- Enjoys managing multiple matters and deadlines at once
- Is calm, resourceful, and confident when situations are complicated
- Has leadership potential and experience guiding or managing others
- Enjoys improving systems and keeping projects on track
- Brings a joyful, optimistic, and professional presence to clients and colleagues
- Sees challenges as opportunities to learn and grow
Required Experience and Skills:
- Prior professional experience in Estate Administration (required)
- Experience mentoring, training, or informally guiding others is strongly preferred
- Strong written communication skills with attention to detail
- Excellent organizational and time‑management abilities
- Ability to manage a high workload while maintaining quality
- Demonstrated problem‑solving and critical‑thinking skills
- Comfortable working independently and as part of a team
Job Responsibilities:
Estate Administration & Client Support:
- Conduct estate administration intake and introductory calls
- Prepare for and assist with client meetings and consultation calls
- Track and manage estate administration deadlines and workflows
- Communicate with clients, clerks, commissioners, and other professionals
- Review and organize documents received from clients
Drafting & Court Interaction:
- Draft estate administration documents, such as petitions, affidavits, and qualification documents
- Draft trust administration and related documents as assigned
- Assist with guardianship and conservatorship documentation
- Provide notarial services as needed
Matter Management & Team Contribution:
- Manage estate administration matters with attention to deadlines, details, and client experience
- Serve as a resource to other team members by sharing knowledge and best practices
- Assist with reviewing workflows, procedures, and processes to improve efficiency and consistency
- Support training, quality control, and matter audits as needed
- Collaborate closely with attorneys and senior staff to ensure smooth progression of each matter
Administrative & Firm Support:
- Answer phones and support intake during assigned periods
- Schedule and coordinate client appointments
- Assist with internal projects, training, and team initiatives
- Participate in internal meetings
**Because we thoughtfully review our applications, we are not able to provide individual updates regarding application status. If we decide to move forward, a member of our team will reach out directly. Thank you for your understanding and for considering joining our firm.
Pay: $50,000.00 - $54,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
- Work from home
Experience:
- Estate Administration: 1 year (Required)
- Project management: 1 year (Preferred)
Location:
Work Location: Remote
