Trust and Estates Paralegal
Location: Binghamton, NY
Category: Legal
Position Type: Full-time, Permanent
Description:
Our client is currently seeking a Trust and Estates Paralegal to join their team. This is a full-time, permanent position.
Responsibilities Include:
- Identify, gather, and assess assets for estates, preparing necessary probate and accounting documents.
- File probate documents and manage associated dockets efficiently.
- Prepare federal and state personal income, fiduciary income, and estate tax returns to comply with legal requirements.
- Review and interpret wills and trust agreements in collaboration with attorneys, ensuring proper implementation.
Qualifications:
- A bachelor's degree and paralegal certification are preferred.
- 3+ years experience in a medium to large size law firm is required.
- Excellent knowledge of estate and trust administration is a must.
- Proficiency with Windows-based software and Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook are required.
Hours & Benefits:
- M -F 8:30-5:00 pm (37.5 hr work week)
- In-Person
- PTO
- Health, Dental, & Vision
- 401K
The specific salary/pay rate offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including but not limited to the candidate’s experience, education, and work location.
