Estate Administration - Probate Attorney

Law Office of Polly Tatum
Worcester, MA
Are you looking for an opportunity to learn and grow your career? Our law firm is looking for the next associate attorney to assist in providing legal counsel to clients.

The Estate Administration/Probate Attorney’s primary responsibility is to oversee all estate administration matters.

Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s)

  • 100% of all estate administration court deadlines are met, or a Motion to Extend Time to File is submitted to the court.
  • 100% of all time is entered by the end of each week.

Compensation- $90,000 - $100,000, 401(k), benefits, and bonus

Compensation

$90,000 - $100,000

Responsibilities

  • Attend court hearings or other legal proceedings, perform legal research, and work with senior associate attorneys to provide legal advice
  • Maintain client files in an organized fashion to ensure up-to-date information is handy for other attorneys, paralegals and support staff
  • Communicate with senior associates, paralegals, and clients to ensure cases are handled efficiently
  • Review client issues on legal matters, analyze available options, and diligently work to determine the best course of action
  • Create legal documents, including correspondence, briefs, motions, pleadings, contracts, affidavits, and settlement agreements for contract negotiations and proceedings
  • Management, oversight, and primary responsibility for all estate administration matters
  • Conduct follow-up call with probate clients
  • Determine a plan for the administration of the Estate, what information is needed from the client, and communicate with the Estate Administration Team on next steps
  • Review pleading drafts prepared by Estate Administration Legal Assistants and Paralegals
  • Ensure that pleadings are submitted according to estate timelines
  • Resolve any issues with the court surrounding a probate matter
  • Communicate effectively and compassionately with clients through email, phone, and in-person meetings
  • Ensure that all time is tracked accurately and submitted on time by the end of each week

Qualifications

  • Exceptional communication skills and problem-solving skills needed in order to work with all levels of staff and our clients
  • Candidates must have passed the bar exam
  • Ability to work with senior attorneys to best serve client needs and grow our client base
  • Comfortable with technology and web-based apps
  • Ability to consistently track and enter billable time in practice management software
  • Effective teamwork and communication skills

Education And Experience

  • J.D. from an accredited Law School
  • Active Massachusetts Bar Licensure
  • 2-3 years of experience in Massachusetts probate matters as a primary concentration

Physical Requirements

  • Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer

About Company

At the Law Office of Polly Tatum , we help families protect what matters most — their loved ones, their legacies, and their peace of mind. Our firm focuses on Estate Planning, Elder Law, and Probate , serving clients across Central Massachusetts and the entire State with compassion, clarity, and excellence.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

  • You’ll make a meaningful difference in the lives of Massachusetts families every day.
  • You’ll join a team that leads with heart, purpose, and professionalism.

You’ll be supported, respected, and encouraged to grow — because you matter here!

Posted 2026-01-26

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