Trust & Estate Administration Paralegal (NJ or NY)

This is a hybrid position based in either Hackensack, NJ or New York, NY, with a three-days-in-office, two-days-remote schedule for a well-established, full-service law firm client. Position Overview This role offers an opportunity to support a sophisticated Trusts & Estates practice, handling all phases of estate and trust administration. The paralegal will work closely with attorneys, clients, financial professionals, and accountants on complex matters. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented professional who thrives in a collaborative, client-facing environment. Perks Competitive salary range of $76,500 - $162,500, commensurate with experience Comprehensive benefits package including health, retirement, and paid time off Hybrid work schedule promoting flexibility and work-life balance Opportunity to work with a highly respected trusts and estates team Inclusive, collaborative firm culture with growth and development opportunities Responsibilities Manage all phases of estate and trust administration, including probate processes Prepare federal and state estate tax returns and fiduciary accountings Coordinate distribution of estate assets and trust funding Communicate regularly with clients, financial planners, accountants, and attorneys Draft and prepare legal documents using tools such as HotDocs and Microsoft Word Maintain organized case files and manage multiple priorities and deadlines Qualifications 5+ years experience supporting trust and estate administration matters, including probate Strong knowledge of estate tax preparation and fiduciary accounting processes Proficiency with estate tax software (e.g., ONESOURCE, Fast Tax) and legal document tools Excellent communication, organizational, and prioritization skills Degree and/or paralegal certificate required; JD/paralegal candidates will also be considered Scion Staffing, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and service provider and does not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, political affiliation or belief, or any other protected class. We are committed to the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment and are dedicated to making employment decisions based on merit and value, for ourselves, our client companies, and the candidates we represent. For opportunities located in a region that has enacted fair-chance, arrest-based, or conviction-based employment ordinances, Scion Staffing proactively follows the enacted guidance and considers for employment all qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. We engage in socially conscious business practices and believe that diverse, inclusive, and non-biased talent and recruitment processes are foundational to the success of Scion as well as every client organization with whom we partner. #J-18808-Ljbffr Scion Staffing