Senior Trusts & Estates Paralegal

Overview

On Site
$100,000 - $120,000
Full Time
No Travel Required

Skills

Accounting
Adobe Acrobat
Bankruptcy
Communication
Law
Legal
Microsoft Office
Taxes
Performance Management
Project Management
Preventive Maintenance
Litigation

Job Details

Location: Middletown, DE Area- Schedule: Full Time, In-Office | Monday Friday, 8:30 AM 5:00 PM Compensation:100-120K

Join a dynamic legal support company serving businesses, funds, and law firms. We deliver high-quality legal services through a collaborative team of attorneys and senior paralegals, helping clients meet objectives efficiently and with confidence.

<> Key Responsibilities</>

  • Draft estate planning documents and interview clients for wills and trusts

  • Prepare trust administration documents and asset transfer paperwork

  • File petitions for probate and related pleadings

  • Notify beneficiaries and creditors

  • Compile asset inventories and assist with trust accounting

  • Support preparation of federal estate and gift tax returns

  • Manage probate dockets and record deeds

  • Organize and index legal documents

  • Communicate directly with clients and advisors

  • Maintain confidentiality and follow company procedures

  • Perform additional duties as assigned

<> Qualifications</>

  • 5+ years of experience in Trusts & Estates

  • Probate experience required; trust administration preferred

  • Familiarity with Litigation, Bankruptcy, Real Estate, or Family Law is a plus

  • Willingness to learn new jurisdictions and adapt to change

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat Pro

  • Experience with legal software platforms

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