Ward and Smith, P.A. · 1 month ago
Estate Administration Paralegal
New Bern, NC
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expWard and Smith, P.A. is a growing full-service law firm with multiple offices throughout North Carolina, seeking an experienced Estate Administration Paralegal. The role involves assisting attorneys in the administration of estates, trusts, and guardianships, drafting legal documents, and ensuring quality service to clients under the supervision of an attorney.
Consulting
Responsibilities
Assist attorneys in the administration of estates, trusts, and guardianships
Draft correspondence and legal documents
Prepare inventories, accountings, and other probate documents
Confer with clients, beneficiaries, insurance companies, financial institutions, public officials, and court administrators
Review tax strategies and prepare various tax returns
Gather information and keep abreast of administrative changes
Qualification
Required
Five to seven years of paralegal experience
Experience in Estate Administration or a combination of accounting or paralegal education and experience
NC Notary Public commission or the ability to obtain same
Strong work ethic
Exceptional time management skills
Organizational skills
Analytical skills
Problem-solving skills
Excellent client communications and service
Proficient technology skills, including MS Office Suite and general online research
Meticulous attention to detail
Strong proofreading skills
Ability to work independently
Ability to handle an estate from beginning to end
Ability to collaborate with team members as needed
Strong accounting skills
Company
Ward and Smith, P.A.
Ward and Smith is a law firm offering legal services in Asheville, Greenville, and Raleigh.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Joseph Schouten
Litigation Partner with a focus on Intellectual Property
Laura V. Hudson
Chief Marketing Officer
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