Trusts & Estates Paralegal in Essex County, NJ

Overview Our client, a well-established law firm, is seeking a Trusts & Estates Paralegal to join their Essex County, NJ office. This role involves assisting attorneys with all aspects of estate planning and administration, including preparing key legal documents, coordinating with clients and courts, and managing complex files. Key Responsibilities Estate Planning Support Prepare initial drafts of wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and advance directives for attorney review Update and coordinate beneficiary designations to align with estate planning documents Maintain organized paper and electronic estate planning files Work closely with attorneys and legal assistants in preparing and finalizing client documents Track and maintain a list of required gift tax returns Prepare U.S.…