Estate and Trust Paralegal

Lee Hecht Harrison Nederland B.V.; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Lee Hecht Harrison Nederland B.V. is seeking an experienced Estates and Trusts Paralegal for a fast-paced law firm client, with focus on organization and attention to detail. This direct hire position supports a busy estate and trust practice.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of paralegal experience in estates and trusts, familiarity with estate documents and tax returns, and the ability to learn multiple software programs quickly. Excellent drafting and filing skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of estate and trust paralegal experience.
• Experience with estate documents and tax returns preferred.
• Proficient quickly learning various software programs.
• Preparing deeds, asset spreadsheets and probate pleadings.
• Drafting correspondence and legal documents with accuracy.
• Strong organization and attention to detail.
• Excellent proofreading and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support estates and trusts practice in a fast-paced law firm setting.
• Prepare federal estate tax returns and gift tax returns.
• Organize and maintain client files.
• Draft correspondence and legal documents.
• Assist on probate pleadings and related tasks.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Team player

Education

Paralegal certificate

Tools

Lackner 6-in-1 software

Job description

LHH is seeking an experienced Estates and Trusts Paralegal for our valued law firm client. Organization and attention to detail are extremely important in this fast-paced office. The position is a direct hire opportunity.

Job Requirements

• Experience working in fast-paced office environment; law office experience preferred
• 3+ years solid estate & trust Paralegal experience
• Experience with estate documents and tax returns preferred
• Ability to quickly learn and use varying software programs
• Preparing deeds; asset spreadsheets and probate pleadings
• ??Preparing federal estate tax returns and gift returns
• Drafting correspondence and legal documents
• Highly detailed, organized
• Assisting on preparing federal estate tax returns and gift returns
• Organizing and maintaining client files
• Highly proactive with attention to detail, dependable, and extremely organized
• Excellent problem solving and analytical skills
• Excellent proofreading skills and clear and concise communication skills
• Positive and professional demeanor

Qualifications

• Paralegal certificate is preferred or prior experience in Estates and Trusts within a law firm
• Lackner 6-in-1 software experience
• Excellent communication skills
• High attention to detail
• Trustworthy and ethical
• Client service oriented

Salary: $60,000 - $72,000

Benefits: Depending on the specific client, location, and role, the benefits may include PTO, medical, dental, vision, term life and AD&D insurance, short-term disability and long-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits, wellness plans, and a 401k plan or a non-qualified deferred compensation plan. Additionally, you may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable. Bonus eligibility and amount are based upon company and/or individual performance.

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Pay Details: $60,000.00 to $75,000.00 per year

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• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

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