Jobs · Legal · Illinois

(Remote)Trusts & Estates Planning Paralegal

Beacon Hill · Chicago, IL · 1 wk ago
Legal$100k–$120k/yrInternship

Beacon Hill Legal is seeking a Trust & Estates Planning Paralegal to join a midsized, nationally recognized firm.

About the Opportunity

A highly respected law firm is seeking an experienced Trusts & Estates Paralegal to join its growing Private Wealth practice. This position offers the opportunity to work closely with attorneys, high-net-worth individuals, fiduciaries, and beneficiaries while managing sophisticated probate and estate administration matters from start to finish.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee all phases of probate and estate administration, from opening estates through final distribution and closing.
  • Prepare and file probate pleadings, petitions, inventories, accountings, receipts, releases, and other court-required documents.
  • Coordinate the collection, valuation, and distribution of estate assets.
  • Communicate with executors, trustees, beneficiaries, financial institutions, appraisers, and accountants.
  • Establish and maintain estate and trust accounts and assist with asset transfers and trust funding.
  • Gather financial information and supporting documentation for estate, fiduciary, and gift tax returns.
  • Assist with the preparation and review of Forms 706 and 709 and related tax filings.
  • Maintain accurate case files, calendars, and deadlines while ensuring compliance with court requirements.
  • Provide exceptional client service and maintain strict confidentiality regarding sensitive client matters.

Qualifications

  • 7+ years of Trusts & Estates paralegal experience, with a strong focus on probate administration.
  • Experience preparing probate court filings and managing estates through the full administration process.
  • Knowledge of estate and trust administration procedures, asset transfers, and fiduciary matters.
  • Exposure to estate, gift, or fiduciary tax filings is highly preferred.
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple matters and deadlines simultaneously.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal document management systems.

Benefits

Beacon Hill offers a robust benefit package including medical, dental, vision, and federal and state leave programs as required by applicable agency regulations to those that meet eligibility.

Pay

Competitive compensation ranging from $100,000 to $120,000.

Schedule

Full time (35 hour work week), permanent position, 100% remote with occasional in-office requirements.

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