• Trusts and Estates Paralegal

    Robert Half Legal (Parkville, MD)


    Description

    We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Trusts and Estates Paralegal to assist our client in Parkville MD. The ideal candidate will support attorneys in estate planning, probate, and trust administration matters. This position requires strong organizational skills, excellent communication abilities, and a comprehensive understanding of the legal processes involved in estate and trust work.

     

    Parttime Monday- Friday 10am-2pm

    Key Responsibilities:

    + Draft, review, and edit estate planning documents including wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives.

    + Assist with probate filings, including petitions, inventories, and accountings in compliance with state and local rules.

    + Manage trust and estate administration tasks such as asset collection, valuation, and distribution.

    + Prepare and file documents with courts and government agencies, including probate courts and tax authorities.

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

    + Maintain and organize client files, including digital records and case management systems.

    + Assist attorneys with research, correspondence, and case preparation as needed.

    + Monitor deadlines and ensure compliance with court dates and filing requirements.

    Requirements

    + Minimum of [3+] years of experience as a paralegal, with a focus on trusts and estates.

    + Strong knowledge of estate planning and probate procedures.

    + Familiarity with relevant state and federal tax laws, including estate, gift, and generation-skipping transfer taxes.

    + Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and legal practice management software (e.g., Clio, PracticePanther).

    + Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

    + High attention to detail and strong organizational skills.

    + Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

     

    Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

     

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    All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

     

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