Estate and Trust Administration Paralegal

Estate and Trust Administration Paralegal

Lewis Rice LLC, a large St. Louis-based law firm, has an opening for an Estate and Trust Administration Paralegal. This position will work directly with attorneys and clients during estate and trust administration. Qualified candidates must be highly organized, detail-oriented, and possess excellent communication, grammar, and proofreading skills.

This position can operate out of our downtown St. Louis office or Town and Country office. The hours of this position are 9 : 00 a.m.–5 : 00 p.m. Monday–Friday. This position offers an excellent salary commensurate with experience and a comprehensive benefits package, including major medical plans, a 401(k) plan, and paid parking.

Primary Responsibilities

• Management of probate estate processes and procedures
• Preparation of trust and estate accountings
• Trust administration
• Preparation of federal and state income and estate tax returns (Forms 1040 / MO-1040 / 1041 / MO-1041 and Form 706)
• Assists in preparing, retaining, and organizing legal documents, agreements, pleadings, and accountings related to trust and estate administration
• Professionally and clearly communicate with clients, attorneys, and all levels of staff
• Perform other tasks as required with accuracy and efficiency

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