TRUSTS & ESTATES LITIGATION PARALEGAL

Forchelli Deegan Terrana LLP; Uniondale (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Forchelli Deegan Terrana LLP on Long Island seeks an experienced Trusts & Estates litigation paralegal with at least 3 years of hands-on experience. The candidate will handle probate contests, accounting matters, turnover proceedings, and all Surrogate's Court issues with precision.

Responsibilities include drafting and filing pleadings via NYSCEF, calendar management, and coordinating service of process and filings.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in trusts and estates litigation, including probate contests, accounting litigation, turnover proceedings, and Surrogate's Court matters.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, review and file pleadings via NYSCEF, maintain calendars, and coordinate service of process and filings.
• Organize document productions and assist with discovery, depositions, and trial preparation.
• Demonstrate detail orientation and strong organizational skills; maintain ties to Long Island.

Skills

Paralegal experience

Trusts & Estates

Attention to detail

Case management

NYSCEF

Tools

NYSCEF

Job description

Prestigious, full service, Long Island law firm seeks experienced Trusts & Estates litigation paralegal (with at least 3 years' experience) to join our growing Trusts and Estates litigation practice. The candidate should have significant experience in the field of trusts and estates litigation including, but not limited to, probate contests, accounting litigation, turnover proceedings, and other Surrogate's Court matters. Responsibilities include preparing, reviewing and filing pleadings via NYSCEF, managing calendars, coordinating service of process and filings, organizing document productions and assisting with discovery, depositions and trial preparation. The candidate should be detail-oriented, organized and have demonstrated ties to Long Island. The firm's office is centrally located on Long Island in one of the region's premier buildings. The firm has great infrastructure, excellent support staff, and a unique collegial culture. No phone calls or emails accepted. Salary: $60000 - $85000 per year