Job description:
Trust and Estates Administration Paralegal
Our client is seeking a Full-time Trust and Estate Administration Paralegal with at least 5 years of experience for its Long Island office.The candidate will work closely with clients, attorneys, paralegals, and accountants and should have excellent communication, organizational, and computer skills, including Excel. Paralegal Certification from an ABA-approved program is a plus.
Responsibilities Include:
- All phases of trusts and estates administration.
- Strong knowledge of Surrogates Court rules and procedures (e.g., probate, administration, accounting proceedings) is essential.
- Familiarity with preparing estate tax returns is preferable.
Qualifications:
Requirements:
- At least 5+ years relevant experience.
- Excellent organizational and follow-up skills.
- Ability to handle multiple time-sensitive tasks.
- Keen attention to detail.
- Ability to work with large document intensive cases.
- Proficient in Lexis, Westlaw, Microsoft Word, Excel and ADOBE Acrobat Professional.
- Bachelors degree and/or Paralegal Certificate.
A true team player who takes initiative and ownership of work product and pride in maintaining client relationships.
Why is This a Great Opportunity:
Our client is a leading mid-sized law firm with offices around the tri-state area and Florida. They offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits plan that includes medical and dental insurance, group term life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, long-term disability insurance, optional term life insurance, flexible spending accounts, Aflac, 401(k), paid time off, referral bonuses, and paid holidays.
The annualized salary range for this position is $65,000 to $95,000. Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law.
Salary Type : Annual Salary
Salary Min : $ 65000
Salary Max : $ 95000
Currency Type : USD