Estate Planning Paralegal: Growth, Mentorship & Bonuses

The Sucato Law Group; Bayonne (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

401(k)

Paid federal holidays

Paid time off

Paid sick time

Mentorship

New office equipment in a recentlyRen_

Flexible management

Ability to grow with the firm

Job summary

The Sucato Law Group, a growing Bayonne-based firm, seeks a high-performing Trust and Estate Paralegal to take ownership of meaningful work. You will support attorneys in estate planning and estate administration, draft critical documents, and help ensure accurate filings.

Ideal candidates have a paralegal degree and at least one year of experience, with strong writing and research skills and proficiency in MS Office.

Qualifications

• Paralegal with 1 year in a law firm.
• Estate planning/estate administration experience preferred.
• Strong writing, research and attention to detail required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, review, and finalize estate planning and estate administration documents with accuracy.
• Assist attorneys with drafting wills, living wills, trusts, powers of attorney, deed transfers, and probate filings.
• Conduct legal research and gather client information to support attorneys.
• Communicate professionally with clients and third parties regarding document execution and updates.
• Maintain organized files and ensure compliance with firm policies and deadlines.
• Take initiative to improve processes and contribute ideas for client service.

Skills

Writing skills

Research skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Education

Paralegal studies degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Legal document management

Job description

The Sucato Law Group, a growing Bayonne-based firm, seeks a high-performing Trust and Estate Paralegal to take ownership of meaningful work. You will support attorneys in estate planning and estate administration, draft critical documents, and help ensure accurate filings.

Ideal candidates have a paralegal degree and at least one year of experience, with strong writing and research skills and proficiency in MS Office.