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T&E Paralegal – New York, NY
A leading law firm is seeking a committed paralegal to support its high-profile mass tort team for trusts and estates matters. This is a unique opportunity to make a difference while advancing your professional development in a collaborative, inclusive, and client-focused environment. You’ll work alongside experienced attorneys and support over 3,000 clients with meaningful legal work.
T&E Paralegal Benefits & Compensation
- Competitive compensation based on experience
- Supportive and collegial team culture that values diversity and professional growth
- Ongoing training and opportunities to expand your legal expertise
- Inclusive work environment where team contributions are valued
T&E Paralegal Requirements & Qualifications
- Four to six years of trusts and estates experience, including probate practice
- Notary Public or willingness to become a Notary Public quickly
- Ability to file with State, Federal, and Surrogate’s Courts or interest in learning
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent references
T&E Paralegal Preferred Background & Skills
- Highly organized, detail-oriented, and reliable
- Confident working independently and proactively managing deadlines and multiple tasks
- Proficient with MS Office Suite with strong Excel abilities
- Comfortable using Adobe Reader for document assembly
- Inclusive, team-oriented, and eager to take initiative and share knowledge
- Strong aptitude for providing excellent client service
T&E Paralegal Day-to-Day Responsibilities
- Administer all aspects of trusts and probate matters, including preparing and filing probate documents
- Communicate with trustees, family members, beneficiaries, and court personnel
- Accurately document and manage client communications and records
- Prepare estate-related forms, petitions, fact sheets, and letters for Surrogate’s Court
- Liaise with Surrogate’s Courts and third-party vendors to track case progression and retrieve files
- Assist with federal and state estate/inheritance tax returns and supporting documentation
- Draft internal memos regarding beneficiary distributions and follow up as needed
- Consistently record billable time and contribute positively to team goals
If you are eager to join a respected legal team and contribute to impactful work, we encourage you to apply.
JOB ID: 178556
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Morgan Crawley