Trust & Estate Paralegal

Diamond Personnel; Stratford (CT); On-site; USD 130,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A premier law firm is seeking a Trust & Estate Paralegal to manage estate and trust administration. The ideal candidate has over 6 years of experience in a law firm, a Bachelor's degree or paralegal certificate, and strong knowledge of Pennsylvania probate procedures. This role offers competitive pay and full-time employment opportunities.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of estate and trust administration experience in a law firm/legal setting.
• Bachelor’s degree and/or paralegal certificate required (ABA-approved preferred).
• Strong knowledge of Pennsylvania probate procedures and Orphans’ Court Rules.

Responsibilities

• Manage all phases of estate and trust administration.
• Prepare and file documents in compliance with Pennsylvania probate procedures.
• Assist with the preparation of fiduciary income tax returns.

Skills

Estate and trust administration experience

Knowledge of Pennsylvania probate procedures

Proficiency with MS Office Suite

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Paralegal certificate

Tools

Estate administration software

Job description

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Overview

Our client, a premier full-service law firm, is seeking a Trust & Estate Paralegal.

Base pay range

$130,000.00/yr - $140,000.00/yr

Duties

• Manage all phases of estate and trust administration, including probate filings, asset collection, accountings, and distributions
• Prepare and file documents in compliance with Pennsylvania probate procedures and Orphans’ Court Rules
• Assist with the preparation of fiduciary income tax returns and federal/state estate tax returns
• Communicate with clients, beneficiaries, courts, and financial institutions with professionalism and discretion

Qualifications

• 6+ years of estate and trust administration experience in a law firm/legal setting
• Bachelor’s degree and/or paralegal certificate required (ABA-approved program preferred)
• Strong knowledge of Pennsylvania probate procedures and Orphans’ Court Rules
• Familiarity with fiduciary income tax and estate tax processes
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite and estate administration software (e.g., Lackner or similar)

Employment details

• Seniority level: Not Applicable
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Legal
• Industries: Legal Services, Law Practice, and Trusts and Estates

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