Paralegal (Permanent)
Looking to join a well established team who are growing!
As an Estates and Trusts paralegal, you will play a crucial role in supporting the Solicitors in the estates and trusts department.
You will be responsible for assisting with various aspects of estate planning, trust administration, and probate proceedings.
- Conduct preliminary client interviews to gather relevant information for estate planning purposes.
- Assist in drafting estate planning documents, including wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and advance directives.
- Prepare and file estate planning documents with appropriate government agencies.
- Manage trust administration tasks, such as asset transfers, beneficiary notifications, and trust accounting.
- Assist in probate proceedings, including preparing court filings, managing deadlines, and communicating with clients and court personnel.
- Conduct legal research on trusts and estates issues, including statutes, regulations, and case law.
- Maintain accurate and organised client files and databases.
- Provide administrative support to attorneys, such as scheduling appointments, preparing correspondence, and managing calenders
You will need:
- Prior experience working as a paralegal in an estates and trusts practice is preferred.
- Strong knowledge of estate planning concepts, including wills, trusts, and probate.
- Proficiency in legal research and writing.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact professionally with clients and colleagues.
- Detail-oriented and highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal case management software.
In return you will receive:
- 20 days holiday (negotiable), plus the bank holiday rising to 25 with length of service
- Pension
- Private Medical Insurance
- Bonus scheme
- Possible future hybrid working
Randstad Business Support acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Business Support is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone.