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Trusts & Estate Administration Paralegal

Trusts & Estate Administration Paralegal

Lee Hecht Harrison Nederland B.V.Northbrook, IL, US
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LHH Recruitment Solutions is partnering with a well-established law firm to hire a Trust and Estates Administration Paralegal for a fully onsite role. This is a great opportunity for a skilled legal professional who is passionate about estate planning and administration and enjoys working in a structured, client-focused environment.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience managing probate filings, trust administration, and estate-related documentation. This role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to handle sensitive matters with professionalism.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist attorneys with the administration of trusts and estates including probate filings, asset inventories, and fiduciary accountings
  • Draft and prepare legal documents such as petitions, affidavits, and correspondence
  • Communicate with clients, financial institutions, and government agencies to gather and verify information
  • Track deadlines and manage calendars related to estate and trust matters
  • Maintain organized files and records in compliance with firm and court requirements
  • Support attorneys with tax documents, distributions, and compliance obligations
  • Conduct legal research related to estate planning and probate procedures

Required Qualifications

  • Minimum of 3 years experience as a trust and estates paralegal in a law firm setting
  • Strong knowledge of probate procedures, estate planning documents, and fiduciary responsibilities
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal practice management software
  • Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
  • Ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines independently
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Experience working directly with clients and handling confidential information
  • Benefits include PTO, medical, dental, vision, term life and AD&D insurance, short-term disability and long-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits, wellness plans, and a 401k plan or a non-qualified deferred compensation plan.

    Pay Details : $81,000.00 to $108,000.00 per year

    Search managed by : R. Caleb Doyle

    Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled

    The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and / or security clearance requirements, including :

  • The California Fair Chance Act
  • Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
  • Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
  • San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
  • Massachusetts Candidates Only : It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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