Hybrid-Remote Private Client Paralegal - Estate Planning

Thompson Coburn LLP; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 84,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance & ADD policies

Short & Long Term Disability Insurance

Paid Parental Leave

401(k) Profit Sharing plans

Parking/Transportation Stipend

Section 125 Plan

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation Time

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Employee Wellness Program

Tuition Reimbursement

College Savings Plan Deductions (529s)

Long Term Care

Job summary

Thompson Coburn LLP in Chicago seeks a full-time non-exempt Private Client Paralegal to support a busy Private Client practice, focusing on estate planning, estate and trust administration, and tax compliance. The role works under the Senior Manager of Practice Support Operations, collaborates with licensed attorneys and clients, and offers hybrid-remote after an initial training period.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years of private client experience, an associate degree or paralegal certification,

Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher required; in lieu of education, substantial experience may be considered.
• Paralegal certification preferred; substantial equivalent private client experience may be accepted.
• Minimum of 2 years of private client legal experience required.

Responsibilities

• Prepares tax returns including fiduciary income, estate, gift tax returns.
• Analyzes past tax returns and assists with tax planning and compliance.
• Drafts petitions, accountings, and related probate documents.
• Coordinates estate documentation and court publications/notifications; liaises with courts and banks.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Adobe

Education

Associate Degree

Paralegal Certification

Bachelor’s Degree preferred

Job description

Thompson Coburn LLP in Chicago seeks a full-time non-exempt Private Client Paralegal to support a busy Private Client practice, focusing on estate planning, estate and trust administration, and tax compliance. The role works under the Senior Manager of Practice Support Operations, collaborates with licensed attorneys and clients, and offers hybrid-remote after an initial training period.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years of private client experience, an associate degree or paralegal certification,