Paralegal - Trusts and Estates

Apply for the Paralegal - Trusts and Estates role at Harris Beach Murtha
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Location: Albany (preferred), Buffalo, Ithaca, New York City, Rochester, Syracuse, Uniondale, and White Plains, NY offices (Hybrid remote opportunity).

Are you a motivated self-starter? Do you have paralegal experience? Are you excited about the opportunity to join an innovative, growing law firm that has been successful for more than 165 years?

The Trusts & Estates Team at Harris Beach Murtha is in search of a Paralegal with a positive, flexible attitude to assist multiple attorneys.

• 3+ years of estate administration experience (required)
• Experience preparing estate and trust accountings (required)
• Experience preparing estate tax returns and fiduciary income tax returns (required)
• A high level of initiative, and ability to follow through on numerous ongoing projects in a busy environment
• Exceptional oral and written communication, and organizational skills
• Strong proofreading and analytical skills to ensure top quality of legal documents
• Proficiency with MS Office, including Word, Outlook and Excel, and able to efficiently use technology resources

• Interact with a wide variety of clients in person, on the phone, via email and video conferencing
• Draft, edit, and review probate and administration related documents
• Assist clients with retitling assets
• Assemble and organize financial records for estate tax returns and audits
• Prepare, edit, and review estate tax returns
• Prepare fiduciary income tax returns and settlement papers for both informal and formal settlement of estates and trusts
• Exhibit well-developed interpersonal skills (exude patience and empathy), particularly with clients
• Complete a minimum 1400 billable hours annually
• Believe in the firm’s core values: integrity, respect, accountability, ingenuity, teamwork, inclusion and engagement
• Enjoy working with diverse personalities within various levels of the firm
• Are comfortable working a hybrid schedule (1 day remote)

Harris Beach Murtha is committed to an inclusive environment and we welcome applications from diverse candidates with varied backgrounds and skills, including military experience. Harris Beach Murtha Cullina PLLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Anticipated weekly schedule and hourly rate vary based on geographic location and schedule:

• Albany: $33.34 - $40.00/hour (37.5 hours per week)
• Buffalo, Ithaca, Rochester and Syracuse: $32.26 - $38.71/hour (38.75 hours per week)
• New York City: $43.96 - $52.20/hour (35 hours per week)
• Uniondale and White Plains: $38.47 - $43.96/hour (35 hours per week)

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Legal

Law Practice