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Trust & Estate Administration Paralegal

Trust & Estate Administration Paralegal

LHHNorthbrook, IL, US
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This is a full-time, in-office role with LHH Recruitment Solutions in Northbrook, IL. LHH is seeking an experienced Trust & Estate Administration Paralegal to join an estate planning team. The position supports a partner and up to eight attorneys in a busy practice. Important : we are looking for stable, relevant experience within the last five years. Candidates must be located within a 45-minute commute to Northbrook.

What You'll Do

  • Independently manage trust and estate administration cases from intake to close-out
  • Draft correspondence, letters to trustees, and handle asset transfers
  • Serve as a key administrative resource for 2 lead attorneys and up to 8 total in the estate planning group
  • Prepare probate court filings and related legal documents
  • Communicate with clients, beneficiaries, financial institutions, and other professionals
  • Track key dates and deadlines
  • Use HotDocs, NetDocs, Microsoft Office, and Access

What You Bring

  • Minimum 2 years of relevant paralegal experience (4+ preferred; will consider strong 1+ year candidates)
  • Proven ability to handle trust and estate administration independently
  • Clear, professional communication skills
  • Experience in a law firm supporting estate planning attorneys
  • Bonus : Paralegal certification or tax-related experience (not required)
  • Team Structure

  • You'll primarily support one of the partners
  • You'll work closely with another seasoned paralegal (10+ years tenure) who is currently over capacity
  • Expected to bill approximately 25 hours / week , with an annual requirement of 1320 hours
  • Interview Process

  • Zoom Interview – elevator pitch, why you're looking, strengths & weaknesses
  • On-site Interview with one of the partners
  • Final Round with additional partners (streamlined / flexible for working candidates)
  • $39–$52 / hour , based on experience
  • Annual bonus
  • 401(k) – Match up to 0.5% for employees contributing 8% (eligibility after 30 days)
  • PTO
  • 0–4 years : 10 days
  • 4–9 years : 15 days
  • 10+ years : 20 days
  • Sick / Personal Days – 5 per year
  • Paid Holidays , including early dismissal (3 : 00 PM) before holidays
  • New Year's Day
  • Memorial Day
  • Independence Day
  • Labor Day
  • Thanksgiving & Friday after
  • Equal Opportunity

    Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled

    To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https : / / www.lhh.com / us / en / candidate-privacy

    Notes

    This is a high-volume, detail-focused role requiring organization, self-drive, and the ability to jump in as needed.

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