Trusts & Estates Paralegal

Murtha Cullina

Location
Connecticut-Stamford
Description
At Murtha Cullina, you will find a quality of life-based collegial work environment and a competitive benefits package. We are always looking for candidates with diverse backgrounds to add strength to our team and become part of our exciting future. Murtha Cullina LLP is currently seeking a full-time experienced Trust & Estates paralegal for the Stamford, CT office. This is a hybrid position, with the expectation of 2-3 onsite work days per week. Experience in estate and trust administration and related tax return preparation is required. Responsibilities include preparation of court filings, estate and fiduciary accountings, and tax returns (including Forms 1041, 706, and related New York and Connecticut forms). Experience with Connecticut Probate filings is required; experience with New York Probate Court filings is a plus. Competitive salary and benefit package. Requirements: Bachelor’s degree required. Paralegal Certificate or Accounting degree preferred. 3 plus years of experience in Trusts and Estates and strong organizational and interpersonal skills required. Must have the ability to work under deadlines and handle several assignments at one time, as well as the ability to adjust to changing priorities. Must have strong oral and written communication skills and be comfortable working directly with clients. Must have experience using Microsoft Office (with proficiency in Word, Excel and Outlook). Experience with FAS and ProSeries preferred. Must demonstrate a positive and professional attitude in dealing with colleagues and clients. Must be a notary public or be willing to become one after hire. Please send cover letter and resume in confidence to Amy McDuff, Director of Human Resources, careers@murthalaw.com.
Posted
Updated
Closed
Position
Paralegal
Practice Areas
Trusts & Estates
Experience
3+ years
Employer Type
Law Firm