Estate Administration Paralegal: Probate & Trust Settlement

MASSACHUSETTS CHAPTER OF THE NTL ACADEMY OF ELDER LAW ATTYS INC; Quincy (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Sabbatical program

Job summary

MASSACHUSETTS CHAPTER OF THE NTL ACADEMY OF ELDER LAW ATTYS INC in Quincy, MA seeks an Estate Administration Paralegal with 3–5 years experience in probate and trust settlement to support attorneys through all stages of administration.

The role requires drafting probate/trust documents, managing filings, and coordinating with clients, courts, and financial institutions, while handling a high-volume caseload with accuracy and deadlines. In-person position.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of estate administration, probate court procedures, and trust settlement.
• Experience with Massachusetts estate tax returns and Federal estate and gift tax returns.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal document management systems. Experience with ProFX and Lacerte a plus.
• Demonstrated ability to manage a high-volume caseload, prioritize tasks independently, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain significant, professional contact with clients, courts, financial institutions, and third parties to ensure a positive, compassionate experience.
• Draft engagement letters for new and existing clients.
• Assist attorneys with case management, workflow coordination, court deadlines, and maintaining a high-volume caseload.

Skills

Estate administration

Probate court procedures

Trust settlement

Draft probate/trust documents

Case management

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or Paralegal Certificate

Tools

ProFX

Lacerte

Microsoft Office

Job description

MASSACHUSETTS CHAPTER OF THE NTL ACADEMY OF ELDER LAW ATTYS INC in Quincy, MA seeks an Estate Administration Paralegal with 3–5 years experience in probate and trust settlement to support attorneys through all stages of administration.

The role requires drafting probate/trust documents, managing filings, and coordinating with clients, courts, and financial institutions, while handling a high-volume caseload with accuracy and deadlines. In-person position.