Paralegal

Description Our client, a successful estate planning law firm, is seeking a Paralegal to join their team. The ideal candidate will support attorneys and work closely with clients throughout the probate and estate settlement process. Location: Pittsford, NY Salary: $75,000 - $105,000 (depending on experience) Schedule: Hybrid (some days in office, some days remote) Responsibilities: + Assisting attorneys in the probate and administration of decedentsu2019 estates, including administration of trusts. + Preparing documents and filing documents with Surrogateu2019s Court. + Meeting with clients both in person and on the phone, and you will be dealing with courts and various financial institutions on our clientsu2019 behalf. + Assist in all phases of estate administration, including gathering asset information, preparing inventories, and tracking estate expenses. + Communicate with clients to collect necessary documents, provide case updates, and address routine inquiries. + Contact banks, brokerage firms, insurance companies, and other financial institutions to obtain account information, request asset valuations, and process transfers. + Draft correspondence, memoranda, waivers, consents, and other related estate documents. + Maintain organized case files, calendars, and deadlines to ensure timely filings and compliance with court requirements. + Coordinate with accountants, appraisers, and other third-party professionals as needed. + Provide general administrative support to the partner, including document management and schedulin105 Requirements Requirements: + 2+ years of experience as a legal assistant or paralegal in the trust & estates field. + Excellent written and verbal communication skills; professional client service mindset. + Ability to manage multiple matters, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines with minimal supervision. + Proficiency with legal practice management software and Microsoft Office Suite. + High attention to detail, accuracy, and organization. Robert Half is the worldu2019s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app ( and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. u00a9 2025 Robert Half. Robert Half is not a law firm and does not provide legal representation. Robert Half project lawyers do not constitute a law firm among themselves. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking u201cApply Now,u201d youu2019re agreeing to Robert Halfu2019s Terms of Use ( and Privacy Notice (.

Created: 2026-05-02