Junior Estates & Trusts Associate - Probate & Planning

Synergy Staffing; Bridgeville (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Synergy Staffing is seeking a Paralegal to support a comprehensive Trusts and Estates practice. You will administer estates from intake to final settlement, draft and review probate and trust documents, and interact directly with clients in a collaborative team environment.

The role requires strong analytical skills, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple matters with attorneys and staff. Pennsylvania licensure is required.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience in Probate, Trust Administration, and Estate Planning.
• Advanced legal research and writing abilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Active license to practice in Pennsylvania.

Responsibilities

• Manage all phases of Trust and Estate administration, from initial intake through final settlement.
• Prepare, review, and finalize probate and trust administration documents, along with related filings and correspondence.
• Conduct detailed review of estate planning documents prepared by attorneys and paralegals.
• Draft Wills, Trusts, Powers of Attorney, Health Care Directives, and other estate planning instruments.
• Ensure all documents reflect accurate legal standards and client objectives.
• Perform legal research on probate, estate planning, and related issues.
• Analyze complex legal matters and provide clear, well‑supported written summaries.
• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and third parties in a professional manner.
• Build and maintain client relationships, including networking and business development.
• Work effectively within a team and contribute to a positive office culture.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Client communication

Team collaboration

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Westlaw

LexisNexis

Job description

Synergy Staffing is seeking a Paralegal to support a comprehensive Trusts and Estates practice. You will administer estates from intake to final settlement, draft and review probate and trust documents, and interact directly with clients in a collaborative team environment.

The role requires strong analytical skills, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple matters with attorneys and staff. Pennsylvania licensure is required.