Estate & Trust Administration Paralegal

Job Title: Estate & Trust Administration Paralegal

Location: 870 West King St., Suite B, Boone, North Carolina 28607)

Company: Deal, Moseley, di Santi, Garrett & Martin, LLP, a law firm providing a variety of legal services (See:
Boone Attorneys | Real Estate, Estate Planning, Civil Litigation | Deal Moseley di Santi Garrett & Martin, LLP)

Job Type: Full-Time

Salary: Commensurate with experience, specific range provided upon inquiry

Overview

We are seeking a proactive, detail-oriented, and experienced Estate/ Trust Administration Paralegal to join our team. In this vital role, you will work closely with our attorneys to manage all aspects of estate and trust administration, ensuring prompt, exceptional client service. The ideal candidate is a certified estate paralegal or has strong experience in estates and trusts.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys and collaborate with estate planning paralegal(s) to promptly complete estate and trust (and some guardianship) administration.
• Draft trust documents to manage trust assets, complete (and file, when applicable) necessary paperwork.
• Draft and file probate filings with applicable Clerk of Court (e.g., inventories, accountings, notices to creditors, etc.).
• Communicate directly with clients, trustees, beneficiaries, financial institutions, creditors and court personnel to gather information and provide updates.
• Organize and maintain physical and electronic files and client data.
• Manage deadlines with attorneys to ensure efficient, timely administration.

Qualifications and Skills

• Experience/ Education: Minimum of 3-5 years of experience with a specific focus on estate and trust administration, probate and/ or estate planning.

Experience in estates and trusts is valued over a specific degree; completion of an ABA-approved paralegal program, or an equivalent combination of education and experience is a plus.

• Technical Proficiency:
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Familiarity e-filing systems preferred, but training available.
• Core Competencies:
• Exceptional attention to detail and strong proofreading skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities (including with busy supervising attorneys) and clients.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple matters/ estates concurrently and work independently.
• Other License/Certification: Must have a Notary Public commission in North Carolina or be willing and eligible to obtain one upon hire.

Benefits

We offer a competitive salary (specifics available on inquiry) and benefits package that includes:

• 36-hour work week (one half-day off per week)
• Health coverage available- details upon inquiry; dental, vision and other affordable add-on plans available at employee election
• 401(k) with company match up to 4%
• Paid time off (includes sick and vacation leave)
• At least 11 paid holidays

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit a resume and a cover letter detailing their relevant experience to Jim Deal and Chelsea Garrett as follows: ;

Deal, Moseley, di Santi, Garrett & Martin, LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer