Estate Administration Paralegal

5-7 yrs required

Full-time

No

Job Title: Estate Administration Paralegal
Salary: Competitive, based on experience
Experience: Five to seven years of experience in Estate Administration or a combination of accounting and paralegal education and experience

Law Firm: Ward and Smith, .
Department: Trusts and Estates

Locations: Greenville, New Bern, Raleigh, or Wilmington

Responsibilities:
- Assist attorneys in the administration of estates, trusts, and guardianships
- Draft correspondence and legal documents
- Prepare inventories, accountings, and other probate documents
- Communicate with clients, beneficiaries, insurance companies, financial institutions, public officials, and court administrators
- Review tax strategies and prepare various tax returns
- Gather information and stay updated on administrative changes
- Adhere to NC State Bar Rules of Professional Conduct
- Perform all tasks under the supervision of an attorney

Qualifications:
- Strong work ethic
- Exceptional time management, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
- Excellent client communication and service
- Proficient in technology, including MS Office Suite and online research
- Meticulous attention to detail and strong proofreading skills
- Ability to work independently and collaborate with team members
- Strong accounting skills

Travel: Occasional travel between offices may be required

Application Deadline: July 11, 2033

Ward and Smith, . is a growing full-service law firm with offices in Greenville, New Bern, Raleigh, and Wilmington. We are currently seeking two experienced Estate Administration Paralegals to join our team.

The role of the Estate Administration Paralegal is to assist attorneys in the administration of estates, trusts, and guardianships. This includes drafting legal documents, communicating with clients and other parties involved, and staying updated on administrative changes. The ideal candidate will have a strong work ethic, exceptional organizational and analytical skills, and excellent client communication and service.

Responsibilities:
- Draft legal documents and correspondence
- Communicate with clients, beneficiaries, and other parties involved in the estate administration process
- Prepare inventories, accountings, and other probate documents
- Review tax strategies and prepare tax returns
- Stay updated on administrative changes
- Adhere to NC State Bar Rules of Professional Conduct
- Perform tasks under the supervision of an attorney

Qualifications:
- Five to seven years of experience in Estate Administration or a combination of accounting and paralegal education and experience
- NC Notary Public commission or ability to obtain one
- Strong work ethic
- Excellent time management and organizational skills
- Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills
- Proficient in technology, including MS Office Suite and online research
- Meticulous attention to detail and strong proofreading skills
- Ability to work independently and collaborate with team members
- Strong accounting skills

Ward and Smith, . is an equal opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

Benefits:
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Retirement plan with employer match
- Paid time off and holidays
- Professional development opportunities

Application Instructions:
To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter to the email provided. In your cover letter, please indicate which office location you are interested in and your salary requirements.

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Health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, retirement plan, paid time off, professional development opportunities, flexible work arrangements

Not applicable for this position

Estate Administration, Legal Document Drafting, Correspondence, Probate Documents, Tax Preparation, Client Communication, Time Management, Organizational Skills, Analytical Skills, Problem Solving, Technology Skills, MS Office Suite, Online Research, Attention to Detail, Proofreading, Independent Work, Accounting, Notary Public

Paralegal certificate or degree preferred; NC Notary Public commission or ability to obtain same

Interested candidates should submit their resume and cover letter to the attention of [Contact Person Name] at [Email] or [Address]. Please indicate which office location you are applying for in the subject line.

Qualification and Experience Five to seven years of paralegal experience, preferably in Estate Administration or a combination of accounting or paralegal education and experience

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