Private Wealth Paralegal

Job Description

Job Description

Our Am Law 100 client, a global law firm, with locations across the world in 15 countries, has an exciting employment opportunity for you.  They offer competitive compensation and an excellent benefits package along with the opportunity to work within an innovative and collaborative environment.

Join their Private Wealth Services Department as a Paralegal in their Fort Lauderdale office.

They are seeking a detail-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. The ideal candidate possesses strong organizational and problem-solving skills, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in every task. With a proactive mindset and a strong work ethic, you will take initiative and approach challenges with confidence. Excellent communication skills are essential for collaborating effectively across teams and providing high-quality support. If you are someone who demonstrates adaptability, initiative, and a commitment to excellence, we invite you to join their team.

This role will be based in their Fort Lauderdale office on an in-office basis. Regular in-office presence is required for day-to-day operations, as well as for team collaboration, training opportunities, and relationship building.

Position Summary

The Private Wealth Services Paralegal will primarily assist attorneys in estate administrations and drafting of various estate planning instruments. Must perform in an organized, efficient manner, and be willing to support the department with high level paralegal work and special projects as needed. Candidate should also be flexible to work overtime as needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Included, but are not limited to, probate and post-death trust administration (including preparation of probate - pleadings and trust administration documents).
• Filing probate documents with courts throughout the State of Florida and managing dockets.
• Marshaling and obtaining values of estate assets.
• Assisting in the preparation of federal estate and, less frequently, gift tax returns.

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