Legal Staff Paralegal in Chicago, IL

Law Firm

Chicago, IL

Legal Staff Paralegal in Chicago, IL

Legal Staff

Min 3 yrs required

No

H1: Join the Team at a Leading Law Firm - Trust and Estate Planning Paralegal Position Available!
H2: Responsibilities and Qualifications for the Trust and Estate Planning Paralegal Role at Vedder Price

Law Firm Seeking Trust and Estate Planning Paralegal for Chicago Office - Apply Now!

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- Vedder Price, a top law firm, is seeking a Trust and Estate Planning Paralegal for their Chicago office
- The Paralegal will support the Trust, Estate Planning and Tax practices, assisting with a variety of responsibilities
- Key duties include tax return preparation, probate document preparation, and legal document drafting
- Must have strong research and writing skills, ability to work under pressure, and high attention to detail
- Bachelor's degree and ABA-approved paralegal certificate preferred
- At least 3 years of experience in tax, estate planning, and estate administration preferred
- Competitive salary range of $65,000/yr. to $110,000/yr. offered, along with a comprehensive Total Rewards Package
- Equal opportunity employer that values diversity and encourages all qualified applicants to apply

Responsibilities:

- Prepare tax returns of all types, including individual income, estate and trust income, gift, estate and GST tax returns
- Understand probate process and prepare probate documents (Illinois preferred)
- Prepare estate and trust accountings; analyze and organize records and documents
- Conduct factual research involving assets, liabilities, titling of assets, claims, valuation, contacts and virtually all other matters relating to estates and trusts
- Perform tax and legal research using library and online resources
- Review and draft estate planning and other legal documents
- Assist with business transactions
- Prepare corporate, partnership and LLC agreements, resolutions and other documents; liaise with Corporate Maintenance to maintain records and minute books
- Handle governmental, agency and court filings
- Meet and directly communicate with clients
- Maintain docket of all estate, trust and court dates
- Act as a backup for the entire practice group
- Maintain 1,500 billable hours annually

Qualifications:

- Bachelor's degree preferred
- ABA-approved paralegal certificate preferred
- At least 3 years of paralegal or related expertise in tax, estate planning and estate administration preferred
- Accounting experience preferred
- Must be able to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines

Skills & Competencies:

- Strong research and writing skills
- Willingness and flexibility to work overtime
- Ability to work under pressure on time-sensitive projects
- Ability to multi-task
- Ability to work independently
- High level of attention to detail

Compensation Range: $65,000/yr. to $110,000/yr.

Total Rewards Package:

- Competitive base salary
- Discretionary annual bonus program
- Retirement planning with profit sharing and 401(k) matching
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans
- Optional health savings and flexible spending accounts
- Firm-paid Life and Disability benefits
- Wellness programs to support overall well-being
- Competitive time off package including vacation days, paid holidays, sick time and personal days
- Opportunities for continuous learning and career growth through firm-provided training programs
- Employee recognition programs to celebrate achievements and milestones
- Hybrid work model and family-friendly policies
- Additional perks such as employee discount program, pre-tax commuter benefits, back up child & elder care, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and fitness center discounts

Join the team at Vedder Price and be part of a diverse and dedicated group of professionals!

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Vedder Price . is an equal opportunity employer that values and encourages diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, protected veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. The company participates in E-verify and is committed to providing accommodations for applicants with disabilities during the application process. Contact the Vedder Price Recruiting Team at for assistance.