Trust & Estate/ Tax Paralegal

A 35-year boutique tax, business and estate/trust law firm seeks an experienced Trust & Estates/Tax Paralegal to join our Basking Ridge, NJ office. Essential Responsibilities Manage all phases of estate and trust administration from preparation of probate documents through termination of estate/trust.Prepare informal accountings and refunding bonds and releases.Serve as primary client contact throughout the administration process; communicate with beneficiaries, financial institutions, and other parties.Maintain spreadsheets and calendars to ensure compliance with deadlines.Preparation of estate planning documents, including wills, revocable trusts, powers of attorney and living willsKnowledge, Skills & Abilities Paralegal certificate preferred.3+ years of paralegal experience.Familiarity with New Jersey probate procedures, federal estate and gift tax forms and New Jersey inheritance tax (Form IT-R). Experience working directly with clients and financial institutions.Experience drafting wills, powers of attorney and living wills.Strong verbal, written and mathematical skills with meticulous attention to detail.Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal software such as Clio preferred. Position Details : $80,000 – $100,000 salary range depending on experience and other qualifications. Position is for a 35 hour work week, generally 8:30-4:30 with allotted time for lunch break.