Park Ridge, IL · On-site
$80K - $110K/yr
Office is client focused and technology-driven The ideal candidate will possess a strong foundation in Family Law, Real Estate and Probate. This role involves legal research, negotiation and client ...
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Park Ridge, IL · On-site
$80K - $110K/yr
Office is client focused and technology-driven The ideal candidate will possess a strong foundation in Family Law, Real Estate and Probate. This role involves legal research, negotiation and client ...
Chicago, IL · Hybrid
$110K - $120K/yr
Key Responsibilities Probate & Estate Administration * Assist attorneys with probate estate ... Conduct legal and factual research. * Support attorneys with special projects and client matters ...
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Chicago, IL · Hybrid
$110K - $120K/yr
Key Responsibilities Probate & Estate Administration * Assist attorneys with probate estate ... Conduct legal and factual research. * Support attorneys with special projects and client matters ...
Chicago, IL · Hybrid
$110K - $120K/yr
Key Responsibilities Probate & Estate Administration * Assist attorneys with probate estate ... Conduct legal and factual research. * Support attorneys with special projects and client matters ...
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Chicago, IL · Hybrid
$110K - $120K/yr
Key Responsibilities Probate & Estate Administration * Assist attorneys with probate estate ... Conduct legal and factual research. * Support attorneys with special projects and client matters ...
Chicago, IL · Hybrid
$120K/yr
Probate and Estate Administration * Assisting attorneys with the administration of probate estates ... Conducting legal and factual research as requested. * Assisting with special projects and other ...
Chicago, IL · Hybrid
$120K/yr
Probate and Estate Administration * Assisting attorneys with the administration of probate estates ... Conducting legal and factual research as requested. * Assisting with special projects and other ...
Chicago, IL · On-site
$90K - $120K/yr
The ideal candidate will bring strong hands-on probate and estate administration experience ... Draft correspondence and assist attorneys with legal and factual research as needed. * Provide ...
Chicago, IL · On-site
$90K - $120K/yr
The ideal candidate will bring strong hands-on probate and estate administration experience ... Draft correspondence and assist attorneys with legal and factual research as needed. * Provide ...
Chicago, IL · On-site
$90K - $120K/yr
The ideal candidate will bring strong hands-on probate and estate administration experience ... Draft correspondence and assist attorneys with legal and factual research as needed. * Provide ...
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Chicago, IL · On-site
$90K - $120K/yr
The ideal candidate will bring strong hands-on probate and estate administration experience ... Draft correspondence and assist attorneys with legal and factual research as needed. * Provide ...
Conduct legal research and stay current on developments in Trusts & Estates law. * Represent clients in probate proceedings and guide them through the process. * Draft a wide range of estate planning ...
Conduct legal research and stay current on developments in Trusts & Estates law. * Represent clients in probate proceedings and guide them through the process. * Draft a wide range of estate planning ...
Northbrook, IL · On-site
$135K - $175K/yr
Conduct legal research and stay current on developments in Trusts & Estates law. * Represent clients in probate proceedings and guide them through the process. * Draft a wide range of estate planning ...
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Northbrook, IL · On-site
$135K - $175K/yr
Conduct legal research and stay current on developments in Trusts & Estates law. * Represent clients in probate proceedings and guide them through the process. * Draft a wide range of estate planning ...
Northbrook, IL · On-site
$135K - $175K/yr
Conduct legal research and stay current on developments in Trusts & Estates law. * Represent clients in probate proceedings and guide them through the process. * Draft a wide range of estate planning ...
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Northbrook, IL · On-site
$135K - $175K/yr
Conduct legal research and stay current on developments in Trusts & Estates law. * Represent clients in probate proceedings and guide them through the process. * Draft a wide range of estate planning ...
Northbrook, IL · On-site
$135K - $175K/yr
Conduct legal research and stay current on developments in Trusts & Estates law. * Represent clients in probate proceedings and guide them through the process. * Draft a wide range of estate planning ...
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Northbrook, IL · On-site
$135K - $175K/yr
Conduct legal research and stay current on developments in Trusts & Estates law. * Represent clients in probate proceedings and guide them through the process. * Draft a wide range of estate planning ...
Northbrook, IL · On-site
$110 - $170/hr
Conduct legal research and stay current on developments in Trusts & Estates law. * Represent clients in probate proceedings and guide them through the process. * Draft a wide range of estate planning ...
Northbrook, IL · On-site
$110 - $170/hr
Conduct legal research and stay current on developments in Trusts & Estates law. * Represent clients in probate proceedings and guide them through the process. * Draft a wide range of estate planning ...
Chicago, IL · On-site
Conduct legal research and analysis * Prepare probate filings and documentation * Support attorneys in asset transfers and beneficiary designations Requirements: * Proven experience as an estate ...
Chicago, IL · On-site
Conduct legal research and analysis * Prepare probate filings and documentation * Support attorneys in asset transfers and beneficiary designations Requirements: * Proven experience as an estate ...
Northbrook, IL · On-site
$125K - $150K/yr
... Probate, Trust Administration, Estate Administration, Wills, Power of Attorney, Estate Tax, Gift ... legal research tools and software. 9. Demonstrated commitment to providing high-quality legal ...
Northbrook, IL · On-site
$125K - $150K/yr
... Probate, Trust Administration, Estate Administration, Wills, Power of Attorney, Estate Tax, Gift ... legal research tools and software. 9. Demonstrated commitment to providing high-quality legal ...
Chicago, IL · On-site
... research relating to the same, (3) preparation of gift and estate tax returns (as well as handling audits of those returns), (4) administering probate proceedings, (5) interfacing directly with ...
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Chicago, IL · On-site
... research relating to the same, (3) preparation of gift and estate tax returns (as well as handling audits of those returns), (4) administering probate proceedings, (5) interfacing directly with ...
Probate administration, including drafting of probate pleadings. * Maintain close personal contact ... Learn/develop technical proficiency in database use and management; internet/electronic research ...
Probate administration, including drafting of probate pleadings. * Maintain close personal contact ... Learn/develop technical proficiency in database use and management; internet/electronic research ...
Chicago, IL · On-site
$85K - $90K/yr
Conduct legal research related to estate planning and administration Qualifications * Prior experience as a trusts and estates paralegal in a law firm environment * Strong understanding of probate ...
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Chicago, IL · On-site
$85K - $90K/yr
Conduct legal research related to estate planning and administration Qualifications * Prior experience as a trusts and estates paralegal in a law firm environment * Strong understanding of probate ...
Chicago, IL · On-site
Conduct tax research and planning applicable to estates and trusts and high net worth clients ... Preparation of probate pleadings, court documents, publications, and corresponding notices for ...
Chicago, IL · On-site
Conduct tax research and planning applicable to estates and trusts and high net worth clients ... Preparation of probate pleadings, court documents, publications, and corresponding notices for ...
Chicago, IL · On-site
$85K - $90K/yr
Conduct legal research related to estate planning and administration Qualifications * Prior experience as a trusts and estates paralegal in a law firm environment * Strong understanding of probate ...
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Chicago, IL · On-site
$85K - $90K/yr
Conduct legal research related to estate planning and administration Qualifications * Prior experience as a trusts and estates paralegal in a law firm environment * Strong understanding of probate ...
Northbrook, IL · On-site +1
$70 - $120/hr
Probate experience preferred. * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to handle complex estate planning issues. * Ability to work independently. * Proficiency in legal research tools and ...
Northbrook, IL · On-site +1
$70 - $120/hr
Probate experience preferred. * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to handle complex estate planning issues. * Ability to work independently. * Proficiency in legal research tools and ...
Probate administration, including drafting of probate pleadings. * Maintain close personal contact ... Learn/develop technical proficiency in database use and management; internet/electronic research ...
Probate administration, including drafting of probate pleadings. * Maintain close personal contact ... Learn/develop technical proficiency in database use and management; internet/electronic research ...
$30.9K - $43.5K
4% of jobs
$43.5K - $56.1K
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$56.1K - $68.7K
18% of jobs
$69K is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$68.7K - $81.3K
9% of jobs
$81.3K - $93.9K
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$93.9K - $106.5K
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$106.5K - $119.1K
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The median wage is $123.8K / yr.
$119.1K - $131.7K
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$144.3K - $156.9K
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$161.8K is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
$156.9K - $169.5K
41% of jobs
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$116.5K
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A Probate Researcher traces heirs and beneficiaries of estates when someone passes away without a known will or next of kin. They investigate family trees, review legal documents, and use genealogical research to identify rightful heirs. Probate Researchers often work with solicitors, councils, or probate firms to ensure estates are distributed correctly. Their role requires analytical skills, attention to detail, and knowledge of inheritance laws.
To thrive as a Probate Researcher, you need strong research skills, attention to detail, and knowledge of genealogy and legal documentation, often supported by relevant experience or a background in legal studies or history. Familiarity with online public records databases, genealogy software, and document management systems is highly beneficial. Excellent communication, persistence, and analytical thinking are key soft skills that help build thorough and accurate case files. These skills and tools are essential for efficiently locating heirs and assets, ensuring the integrity and success of probate investigations.
Probate Researchers often encounter incomplete or inaccurate records, uncooperative sources, and cases that require tracing complex family histories across different countries and languages. You may need to be persistent and creative in locating hard-to-find heirs or verifying information through various legal and historical documents. Collaboration with attorneys, courts, and sometimes international agencies is common, as is balancing multiple concurrent cases with differing levels of difficulty. These challenges make problem-solving skills and adaptability crucial for success and can offer a rewarding sense of accomplishment when a case is resolved.
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