Trust & Estates Paralegal

Paralegal in Northbrook, IL

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Salary : $70,000 - $95,000 per year

A bit about us :

We're a dynamic, well-established legal firm where accomplished attorneys come together to deliver exceptional estate administration services. Our team is passionate about guiding families through life's most important transitions with expertise and care.

Why join us?

We believe in fostering talent and creating meaningful careers - that's why we offer opportunities tailored to the right candidate, with compensation that reflects your experience and contribution. If you're a paralegal ready to make a real impact, we'd love to have you join our collaborative team of legal professionals who are committed to excellence and client success in the Northern suburbs.

Job Details

Job Details :

We are currently seeking an experienced Trust & Estates Paralegal to join our dynamic legal team. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work closely with attorneys and clients in a fast-paced environment, while managing complex trust and estate matters. The successful candidate will have a strong background in document review and legal assistance, as well as a proven track record of providing exceptional client service. This position requires a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience.

Responsibilities :

• Provide comprehensive support to attorneys in all aspects of trust and estate administration, including probate, trust administration, and estate tax returns.
• Review, analyze and organize legal documents related to trusts and estates, including wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and estate planning documents.
• Conduct legal research on various trust and estate matters, including probate laws, tax laws, and trust laws.
• Assist in the preparation of estate and gift tax returns, fiduciary income tax returns, and probate court filings.
• Communicate effectively with clients, courts, financial institutions, and other professionals to gather information and manage trust and estate matters.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date client files and records, ensuring all documents are properly filed and easily accessible.
• Oversee the distribution of assets and resolution of estate matters in accordance with the terms of the will or trust.

Qualifications :

Join our team and contribute to a firm that values teamwork, integrity, and quality service. We look forward to welcoming a dedicated professional who is ready to take their career to the next level in the legal industry.

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