Paralegal

Looking to join a well established team who are growing!

As an Estates and Trusts paralegal, you will play a crucial role in supporting the Solicitors in the estates and trusts department.

You will be responsible for assisting with various aspects of estate planning, trust administration, and probate proceedings.

• Conduct preliminary client interviews to gather relevant information for estate planning purposes.
• Assist in drafting estate planning documents, including wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and advance directives.
• Prepare and file estate planning documents with appropriate government agencies.
• Manage trust administration tasks, such as asset transfers, beneficiary notifications, and trust accounting.
• Assist in probate proceedings, including preparing court filings, managing deadlines, and communicating with clients and court personnel.
• Conduct legal research on trusts and estates issues, including statutes, regulations, and case law.
• Maintain accurate and organised client files and databases.
• Provide administrative support to attorneys, such as scheduling appointments, preparing correspondence, and managing calenders

You will need:

• Prior experience working as a paralegal in an estates and trusts practice is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of estate planning concepts, including wills, trusts, and probate.
• Proficiency in legal research and writing.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact professionally with clients and colleagues.
• Detail-oriented and highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal case management software.

In return you will receive:

• 20 days holiday (negotiable), plus the bank holiday rising to 25 with length of service
• Pension
• Private Medical Insurance
• Bonus scheme
• Possible future hybrid working

Randstad Business Support acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Business Support is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone.