Trust and Estates Administration Paralegal

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Trust and Estates Administration Paralegal

Locations:

New York, NY

Hackensack, NJ

Must-Have:

• 5+ years paralegal experience in trust and estate administration.

Strongly Preferred:

• Paralegal certificate
• JD with relevant paralegal experience

About the Firm:

An AM Law 200 firm with nationwide reach, renowned for its high-stakes, complex work and a client roster that spans startups to Fortune 500s. Enjoy a collaborative, forward-thinking culture where ambition is celebrated, growth is inevitable, and your impact is real.

This role is ideal for a highly organized, detail-driven professional with a deep understanding of estate and trust administration processes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage all phases of estate and trust administration, including probate filings and court procedures
• Prepare federal and state estate tax returns, fiduciary accountings, and related documents
• Communicate extensively with clients, financial planners, and accountants
• Handle asset distributions, trust funding, and real estate deed work
• Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with jurisdictional requirements (NJ, NY, FL probate knowledge is a plus)

Must-Have Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in trust and estate administration
• Strong mathematical and communication skills
• Proficiency in estate tax software (ONESOURCE/Fast Tax), Hot Docs, and Microsoft Word
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
• Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail
• College degree and/or paralegal certificate preferred (JD/paralegal candidates will also be considered)
• Competitive salary based on experience
• Salary range: $76,500 – $162,500
• Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off

If you're a motivated and knowledgeable paralegal ready to contribute to a collaborative and respected Trusts & Estates team, this role offers an exciting opportunity to grow your career.

• Seniority level
  
  Mid-Senior level

• Employment type
  
  Full-time

• Job function Legal
• Industries Legal Services

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