What are the responsibilities and job description for the Estates & Trusts Paralegal position at Offit Kurman?
Offit Kurman, one of the fastest growing full-service law firms, seeks an Estate Planning Paralegal to join its Los Angeles, CA office. The paralegal will assist attorneys with a variety of duties related to estate planning & administration. This position promises substantial client contact, autonomy and a great potential to enhance and broaden your skills/knowledge in the fields of estate administration and estate/tax planning.
Duties include, but are not limited to:
- Draft standard estate planning documents (wills, trusts, financial and medical powers of attorney, deeds, etc.)
- Administer decedents’ estates, including the preparation of fiduciary accountings.
- Meet and communicate directly with clients on sophisticated estate planning matters.
- Assist in the preparation of estate and gift tax returns.
- Facilitate trust administration.
Desired Qualifications:
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in a transactional Paralegal role, preferably estate planning & administration work.
- Excellent communication skills both verbal and written.
- Meticulous attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint), Internet research skills, document management systems, attorney time entry software.
Offit Kurman is one of the fastest-growing, full-service law firms in the United States. We offer a collegial and professional work environment, as well as competitive salary and benefits, to include Paid Time Off and 401(k) matching. We are a proud EEO employer and we are committed to a diverse workforce.
