Paralegal - Trusts & Estates

Paralegal – Trusts & Estates

Company: UB Greensfelder LLP

Location: St. Louis, MO

Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level

Employment type: Full‑time

Job Function: Legal

Salary range: $80,000.00 – $ per year

UB Greensfelder LLP is an Am Law 200 law firm dedicated to exceeding client expectations and delivering superior, customized legal solutions. The firm’s attorneys advise regional, national, and global businesses on a wide range of sophisticated legal matters across more than 25 specialized practice and industry groups. Renowned for its best‑in‑class client service and litigation excellence, UBG was named "2025 Ohio and Missouri Firm of the Year" by Benchmark Litigation and consistently earns top‑tier accolades from Chambers and Partners.

Established in 2024 through the merger of Ulmer & Berne LLP and Greensfelder, Hemker & Gale, P.C., UB Greensfelder has quickly emerged as a super‑regional powerhouse firm in the Midwest and in top‑tier business centers. For more information, please visit

• Preparing estate tax returns, gift tax returns, individual and fiduciary income tax returns (1041, 1065 and 706).
• Assisting with trust process, including funding, administration, and notices.
• Assisting with the preparation of basic estate planning documents and related trust funding.
• Assisting with probate administration, including opening/closing estates, e‑filing, preparing accountings, and handling asset transfers.
• Communicating with clients and advisors.

• 3+ years of probate, trust and tax experience.
• General understanding of estate planning principles and trust funding procedures.
• Knowledge of beneficiary designation forms and ability to coordinate with clients' financial advisors.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail and good judgment.
• Ability to manage high volume priorities while working with others to meet deadlines.
• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills, especially when working with clients.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel and PowerPoint) and Adobe, required.

Medical/dental/vision coverage, 401(k) with employer contribution, short and long‑term disability plans, life insurance, well‑being initiatives and paid parental leave programs.

If you desire to work in a truly people‑focused environment for a firm that values its employees, then UB Greensfelder is the firm for you. UB Greensfelder recognizes the importance of forming inclusive teams of attorneys and staff to foster an environment where creative solutions are made for our clients, and all have the opportunity to thrive and succeed. We encourage candidates from a variety of backgrounds to apply to be a part of our team.