DLKLawGroup PC
Senior Trusts & Estates Paralegal
DLKLawGroup PC - San Francisco, California, United States, 94199
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Exemption Status :
Hourly Non-Exempt Remote Options/Office Hours :
Hybrid or Fully In-Office Classification:
Paralegal Summary:
The Senior Trusts & Estates Paralegal must have at least five (5) years of recent experience in Trusts & Estates including complex and high net worth estate planning, trust administration and probate. Tax background and understanding is preferable, ideally with knowledge and preparation of Form 706 and Form 709. Litigation experience is also helpful. The Trusts & Estates Paralegal must be able to work independently and, on a team, manage their cases, and be relied on for follow-up and accountability. The Senior Trusts & Estates Paralegal is expected to prepare legal documents, filings, and/or general correspondence with accuracy and adhere to the JKZ formatting guidelines. This position requires that the Senior Trusts & Estates Paralegal be extremely detail-oriented, organized, critical about accuracy, spelling and grammar and possess the ability to prioritize and follow up. This is a very fast-paced environment, and the Senior Trusts & Estates Paralegal must be able to multitask and manage a voluminous caseload. This role requires a self-starter who is willing and open to learning new skills as well as taking initiative and being proactive. In addition to the above, the Senior Trusts & Estates Paralegal may be responsible for delegating assignments, mentoring, training, etc. of any legal support personnel in their practice area. Direct Reports:
N/A Essential Duties and Responsibilities, Including but Not Limited To: Performing legal research Preparing trust accountings Preliminary drafting of trusts and memos Drafting documents Calendaring appointments and deadlines Managing and organizing client files as well as keeping client database and document management systems up to date Prepare Forms 706 and 709 Maintaining a billable hour requirement Requirements: Education and Experience At least 5 years’ experience working as a Trusts & Estates Paralegal Must have paralegal certificate or equivalent Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Bilingual preferred; Proficient in the MS Office Suite with an emphasis on Word, Excel and Outlook; Solid command of English including excellent spelling, grammar, punctuation, form and style; Organized and detail oriented; and Ability to communicate clearly. Why work for JKZ In addition to competitive compensation and bonus programs, JKZ also offers medical, dental and vision insurance, disability and life insurance, 401k and Profit-Sharing Plan, Pre-tax Transit and Parking benefit programs, FSA for Healthcare and Dependent Care, paid time off, volunteer time off, and 11 paid holidays. We also offer paid State Bar and BASF dues for attorneys and paralegals, as well as paid Continuing Legal Education study.
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Hourly Non-Exempt Remote Options/Office Hours :
Hybrid or Fully In-Office Classification:
Paralegal Summary:
The Senior Trusts & Estates Paralegal must have at least five (5) years of recent experience in Trusts & Estates including complex and high net worth estate planning, trust administration and probate. Tax background and understanding is preferable, ideally with knowledge and preparation of Form 706 and Form 709. Litigation experience is also helpful. The Trusts & Estates Paralegal must be able to work independently and, on a team, manage their cases, and be relied on for follow-up and accountability. The Senior Trusts & Estates Paralegal is expected to prepare legal documents, filings, and/or general correspondence with accuracy and adhere to the JKZ formatting guidelines. This position requires that the Senior Trusts & Estates Paralegal be extremely detail-oriented, organized, critical about accuracy, spelling and grammar and possess the ability to prioritize and follow up. This is a very fast-paced environment, and the Senior Trusts & Estates Paralegal must be able to multitask and manage a voluminous caseload. This role requires a self-starter who is willing and open to learning new skills as well as taking initiative and being proactive. In addition to the above, the Senior Trusts & Estates Paralegal may be responsible for delegating assignments, mentoring, training, etc. of any legal support personnel in their practice area. Direct Reports:
N/A Essential Duties and Responsibilities, Including but Not Limited To: Performing legal research Preparing trust accountings Preliminary drafting of trusts and memos Drafting documents Calendaring appointments and deadlines Managing and organizing client files as well as keeping client database and document management systems up to date Prepare Forms 706 and 709 Maintaining a billable hour requirement Requirements: Education and Experience At least 5 years’ experience working as a Trusts & Estates Paralegal Must have paralegal certificate or equivalent Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Bilingual preferred; Proficient in the MS Office Suite with an emphasis on Word, Excel and Outlook; Solid command of English including excellent spelling, grammar, punctuation, form and style; Organized and detail oriented; and Ability to communicate clearly. Why work for JKZ In addition to competitive compensation and bonus programs, JKZ also offers medical, dental and vision insurance, disability and life insurance, 401k and Profit-Sharing Plan, Pre-tax Transit and Parking benefit programs, FSA for Healthcare and Dependent Care, paid time off, volunteer time off, and 11 paid holidays. We also offer paid State Bar and BASF dues for attorneys and paralegals, as well as paid Continuing Legal Education study.
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