Trust & Estate Paralegal in Pittsburgh

Job Description

Job Title: Trust & Estate Paralegal

Job Description:

We are seeking an experienced Trust & Estate Paralegal with a strong background in trust and estate administration. The ideal paralegal will have excellent organizational skills and experience working on trust and estate matters for high-net-worth clients.

Responsibilities:

• Assist attorneys with trust and estate administration, including asset inventory and distributions.
• Prepare and file IRS Forms 706 (Estate Tax Return) and 709 (Gift Tax Return) - preferred not required.
• Draft and review trust and estate planning documents, including wills, trusts, and powers of attorney.
• Manage probate filings, including petitions, inventories, and accountings.
• Communicate with executors, trustees, beneficiaries, and court officials regarding probate and trust and estate matters.
• Conduct research related to trust and estate law, tax implications, and compliance requirements.

Requirements:

• Experience as a paralegal in trust and estate law.
• Excellent legal research, drafting, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in legal software and document management systems.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks with great attention to detail.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Full benefits package
• Paid time off, holidays, and flexible work arrangements.
• Professional development and continuing education opportunities.
• Supportive and collaborative team environment.

Apply Now: If you are a skilled paralegal with experience in trust and estate administration, probate, and estate tax filings, we encourage you to apply! Apply directly to this posting or submit your resume to Virginia.Amburgy@gogpac.com.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.