Job Description
Job Description
Job Title: Estate and Trust Litigation Paralegal
Location: New York, NY (Midtown – 56th & Madison)
Work Arrangement: Onsite for first 90 days, then hybrid with 1 remote day/week
Salary Range: $95,000 – $130,000 (commensurate with experience)
Billable Target: 1200–1400 hours annually
Schedule: Monday–Friday | 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM (37.5 hours/week + 1-hour lunch)
Benefits: 15 PTO days + sick leave, 401(k) with match, medical (Aetna), dental (Delta Dental), vision (EyeMed), FSA, commuter benefits, life and AD&D insurance, and more
About the Opportunity
A leading full-service law firm is seeking an experienced Estate and Trust Litigation Paralegal to join its high-performing legal team in Midtown Manhattan. This role offers the opportunity to support complex estate and trust litigation matters, working closely with attorneys to ensure timely and accurate case progression.
If you bring a strong litigation background with experience in estate and trust matters—and thrive in a fast-paced, client-focused legal environment—this is a prime opportunity to contribute meaningfully to a respected legal practice.
Key Responsibilities
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Provide litigation support for estate and trust matters, including the preparation and e-filing of pleadings, TOAs, TOCs, and briefs
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Manage litigation calendars, court deadlines, and hearing schedules
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Communicate directly with clients, beneficiaries, and fiduciaries regarding case updates and documentation needs
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Coordinate document production, discovery materials, and case management databases
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Collaborate with attorneys on trial preparation, including exhibits, filings, and hearing binders
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Maintain billing accuracy by recording 7.5 hours (billable and non-billable) daily and meeting an annual billable goal of 1200 hours
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Support ad hoc litigation tasks and administrative duties as assigned
Requirements & Qualifications
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Minimum 7 years of paralegal experience, with a strong background in estate and trust litigation
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In-depth knowledge of New York Surrogate’s Court procedures; New Jersey familiarity is a plus
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Experience preparing litigation documents such as TOAs, TOCs, discovery, and pleadings
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Understanding of estate tax filings, probate procedures, and fiduciary accounting
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Proficiency in estate planning and litigation software (e.g., WealthCounsel, ElderCounsel, LEAP, ForeTrust, Gillett Publishing)
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Familiarity with document management systems such as iManage, Worldox, NetDocuments, Clio Manage
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills
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Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple high-volume cases
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Bachelor’s degree required; Paralegal certificate preferred
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High degree of professionalism, discretion, and attention to detail
Company DescriptionForrest Solutions has been a privately owned company for 48 years. We are a people power solutions company focusing on onsite outsourcing and temporary and project staffing nationwide. Our prestigious client list consists of Fortune 500 corporations and top 100 AM Law firms.
Company Description
Forrest Solutions has been a privately owned company for 48 years. We are a people power solutions company focusing on onsite outsourcing and temporary and project staffing nationwide. Our prestigious client list consists of Fortune 500 corporations and top 100 AM Law firms.