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Mission Recruiting, LLC

Paralegal Estate Administration

Mission Recruiting, LLC, Virginia Beach, Virginia, us, 23450

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Trust & Estate Administration and Tax Paralegal

Step into a role where your organizational skills and attention to detail make a lasting difference in people's lives. We are seeking a

Trust & Estate Administration and Tax Paralegal

to join a well-regarded legal team. This position offers the opportunity to work closely with attorneys, clients, and financial professionals while managing complex matters in probate, estate, trust administration, and tax planning.

What You'll Do

This position involves a wide variety of responsibilities across client case management, probate and trust administration, and tax preparation support, including:

Drafting legal documents such as pleadings, motions, affidavits, and correspondence

Meeting with attorneys, clients, trustees, beneficiaries, and financial advisors

Researching statutes, regulations, and case law to provide written analysis

Preparing probate documents, inventories, annual accountings, deeds, settlement agreements, and asset spreadsheets

Valuing estate assets, calculating fees, and preparing allocation schedules and distribution plans

Managing compliance calendars, checkbooks, and estate or trust files

Gathering financial and tax information for fiduciary and final tax returns

Drafting petitions and supporting documents for estate, trust, probate, and conservatorship matters

What Sets This Role Apart

This opportunity is ideal for a detail-oriented professional who thrives in a collaborative environment and values the chance to contribute meaningfully to client outcomes. The role is both challenging and rewarding, offering hands-on experience with every aspect of estate and trust administration, along with exposure to complex tax preparation.

Candidate Parameters

Bachelor's degree, paralegal certificate, or equivalent experience (5+ years preferred)

Experience in trust & estate administration and/or tax planning

Strong accounting and financial skills (knowledge of GAAP preferred)

Advanced computer skills (Microsoft Office and related software)

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Ability to manage sensitive matters with discretion and empathy

Compensation

$75,000-$110,000

Potential for discretionary and performance-based bonuses

Benefits

Health, dental & vision insurance

PTO and sick leave

401(k) with matching or profit sharing

Life insurance policy

Professional development opportunities

Salary Range:

$75,000 - $110,000

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Company Description

Mission Recruiting is a dynamic full-service, corporate recruiting company working with a diverse array of clients and candidates. We represent legal, healthcare and leadership opportunities. We provide the best recruiting experience for our clients, our candidates and our team members.

Company Description Mission Recruiting is a dynamic full-service, corporate recruiting company working with a diverse array of clients and candidates. We represent legal, healthcare and leadership opportunities. We provide the best recruiting experience for our clients, our candidates and our team members.