Estate & Trust Administration Paralegal

About the Firm

Well-established Chicago law firm with a highly regarded private client / trusts & estates practice that handles sophisticated estate and trust matters in a stable, collaborative environment with long‑term growth potential.

This role focuses on estate and trust administration, including probate filings, trust funding, asset transfers, inventories and accountings, client communication, and managing court and tax deadlines. The paralegal will also support estate and gift tax filings (Forms 706/709) and assist with guardianship matters, with limited estate planning document support as needed.

• Handle probate filings and document preparation.
• Administer trust funding and asset transfers.
• Compile inventories and accountings.
• Maintain client communication and manage court and tax deadlines.
• Assist with estate and gift tax filings, including Forms 706/709.
• Provide support on guardianship matters.
• Occasional estate planning document assistance.

• 4+ years of estate & trust administration or probate experience.
• Strong organizational and client-facing skills.
• Familiarity with probate courts and e-filing systems.
• Bachelor’s degree or paralegal certificate preferred.

• Administration-heavy role (not just document drafting).
• Meaningful client interaction on complex matters.
• Stable firm with a strong private client reputation.
• Competitive compensation and long-term growth potential.

• Seniority level:
  Entry level.
• Employment type:
  
  Full-time.
• Job function:
  Legal.
• Industry: Law Practice and Legal Services.

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid maternity leave