Location: Smithfield, NC

100% on site position, no hybrid or remote flexibility

Pay: $60-$70/k depending on experience

Job Description:

We are looking for a highly organized and knowledgeable paralegal to support attorneys in estate administration and trust matters. The ideal candidate will have experience managing probate filings, trust distributions, and asset transfers while ensuring compliance with legal and financial requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

Assist attorneys with all aspects of estate and trust administration.

Prepare and file probate petitions, inventories, accountings, and related court documents.

Coordinate and oversee the collection, valuation, and transfer of estate assets.

Draft and review trust documents, beneficiary designations, and related legal forms.

Communicate with clients, financial institutions, and beneficiaries regarding estate matters.

Maintain case files, track deadlines, and ensure compliance with estate and tax laws.

Prepare estate tax returns (IRS Form 706) and gift tax returns (IRS Form 709).

Assist in the distribution of estate and trust assets to beneficiaries.

Qualifications:

Minimum of 3-5 years of experience as a paralegal in estate administration and trust matters.

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in a related field; paralegal certification preferred.

Proficiency in estate and trust administration software and case management systems.

Strong understanding of probate court procedures and estate tax laws.

Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills.

Ability to work independently and manage multiple cases simultaneously.

High attention to detail and ability to maintain confidentiality.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. For unincorporated Los Angeles county, to the extent our customers require a background check for certain positions, the Company faces a significant risk to its business operations and business reputation unless a review of criminal history is conducted for those specific job positions.