What are the responsibilities and job description for the Paralegal position at Law Firm?
Our client, a well-established and highly regarded boutique law firm, located in Morristown, New Jersey, is seeking a Paralegal to join its Trust & Estates practice group. The T&E group works with high net-worth clients and handles large, complex estates. The successful candidate will have 1 years of estate administration experience, have strong attention to detail, and be highly organized.
Role: Trusts & Estates Paralegal
Location: Morristown, NJ
Schedule: 9am - 5pm; Hybrid! 4 days in, 1 day remote
Salary: $70,000 - $110,000 (wide range depending on experience)
Benefits: Generous PTO, Medical & Dental Insurance, 401K, Free on-site gym & more!
Responsibilities:
• Oversee the preparation, filing, and processing of estate administration documents.
• Handle drafting and reviewing of legal documents such as wills, trusts, accountings, and inventories of assets.
• Ensure regular communication with clients to address their queries or concerns.
• Be responsible for managing NJ estate tax returns, including the completion of 709 and 706 tax forms.
• Keep a keen eye on details and maintain high organizational standards in a fast-paced work environment.
• Work closely with Partners, Attorneys, and support staff.
Qualifications:
• A minimum of 1 year of Paralegal experience in Trust & Estates
• Prior law firm experience required; NJ experience highly preferred.
• Proficient in Thomson Reuters or similar software.
• Ability to commute to Morristown, NJ 4 days a week.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills.
Salary : $70,000 - $110,000
