Trust And Estates Paralegal
2 days ago
New York
Job Description Miller & Miller Law Group, PLLC is a boutique law firm located in Brooklyn, specializing in Elder Law, Estate Planning, Medicaid Planning, Probate, Estate Administration, and Trust Administration. We are a family-centered, client-focused firm recognized as Brooklyn’s Best Elder Law Firm in 2024, offering exceptional service and expertise. Job Description: We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Paralegal to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in New York probate and estate administration, with the ability to manage cases independently from start to finish with minimal supervision. The candidate must be capable of drafting a variety of legal documents, gathering and organizing asset information, preparing accounts, and handling receipts and release agreements. Compensation: $60,000 - $80,000 yearly Responsibilities: • Handle probate and estate administration matters with minimal supervision, • Draft legal documents, including petitions, affidavits, waivers, and consents, as well as other probate-related documents, • Gather and organize asset information, including identifying and securing estate assets, valuation, and inventory, • Prepare formal accountings for estates, including reconciliation of financial statements, income, and disbursements, • Draft and prepare receipts, release indemnification, and refunding agreements for beneficiaries, • Coordinate with executors, administrators, and other professionals involved in estate administration, • File court documents and ensure compliance with New York probate court rules and deadlines., • Communicate effectively with clients, financial institutions, and government agencies to obtain necessary information, • Assist with the distribution of estate assets in accordance with wills or applicable law, • Maintain accurate and organized case files, ensuring all required documentation is properly completed and filedQualifications:, • At least 3 years of experience in legal services under an attorney or lawyer in a law firm setting, • Talented communicator and writer, • Strong preference for candidates who have completed a paralegal professional certification or have an advanced paralegal education, • Candidates should possess high-level organizational skills, and time-management skills, • Extensive knowledge of New York probate and estate administration procedures, • Strong drafting skills and experience preparing legal documents, • Proficiency in estate accounting and asset-gathering processes, • Ability to work independently, manage deadlines, and prioritize tasks, • Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills, • Strong communication and client-service skills, • Proficient in legal software, Microsoft Office Suite, and document management systems, • Paralegal certification is preferred but not requiredAbout Company Miller & Miller Law Group is an established estate planning and elder law firm known for clarity, compassion, and competency. We serve clients with thoughtful guidance, strong legal work, and a steady, supportive approach to some of life’s most meaningful transitions. Our culture values leadership, accountability, and communication.