Estate Administration Paralegal

Our Law Firm has an opening for an Estate Administration Paralegal to handle Pennsylvania Estates from start to finish in our very busy Estate Department located at our Pottstown Office.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys in the administration of Pennsylvania Estates
• Draft correspondence and probate pleadings
• Gather information from clients, beneficiaries, financial institutions, etc. to maintain workflow of the Estate file
• Prepare Estate documents including Inheritance Tax Returns, Federal Estate Tax Returns, Accountings, etc.
• All other administrative tasks required to complete the Estate process

Qualifications

• Experience as a legal secretary or assistant or paralegal
• Exceptional time management, organizational and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment independently and in a team environment
• Must be able to meet strict deadlines and work well under pressure
• Familiarity with Lackner software preferred
• Bachelor's degree or Paralegal certificate
• Notary Public commission preferred or willingness to obtain

Benefits

• Competitive compensation based on experience
• Paid time off
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Paid Life Insurance
• 401(K) with employer match