A Paralegal or Legal Assistant assists attorneys and law offices with a variety of tasks ranging from administrative support to legal research and writing. Maintains and organizes files or file databases. Conducts legal or other background research, assists with preparation for trials or hearings, and drafts documents to be filed. Uses software for electronic discovery of materials such as email for a trial. May specialize in a particular area of the law such as corporate or criminal law, family law or real estate law.
Paralegal BA Global Talent West Caldwell, NJ Job Details Full-time From $55,098.03 a year 6 hours ago Qualifications Estate administration Confidential information handling Civil litigation support English Copy editing Legal administrative experience Attention to detail Probate process support Organizational skills Document quality checks Tax return processing Full Job Description BA Global Talent is seeking a Paralegal to work on-site in New Jersey and provide long-term support to a boutique trusts and estates practice. You will have at least five years of relevant legal experience and be comfortable supporting estate planning, estate administration, related tax matters, and occasional real estate transactions.
Responsibilities:
Support attorneys with estate planning and estate administration matters. Prepare, organize, review, and maintain trusts and estates documents, correspondence, and client files. Assist with the preparation and coordination of wills, trusts, powers of attorney, healthcare directives, probate documents, and related legal materials. Support estate and fiduciary tax-return preparation by gathering, reviewing, and organizing the necessary information and documentation. Assist with probate and surrogate court filings, deadlines, and related procedures. Provide support for occasional real estate matters, including document preparation, file organization, and transaction coordination. Maintain accurate calendars, deadlines, records, and filing systems. Proofread legal documents and correspondence carefully to ensure accuracy, proper spelling, and consistent formatting. Provide general legal secretarial and administrative support as needed.
Qualifications:
At least five years of relevant experience as a trusts and estates paralegal, legal secretary, or in a similar legal support role. Hands-on experience supporting estate planning and estate administration matters. Familiarity with probate procedures, trusts and estates documentation, and related tax-return support. Experience assisting with real estate matters is preferred. Strong attention to detail, spelling, proofreading, and document organization skills. Ability to manage multiple matters, deadlines, and priorities with accuracy and discretion. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Professional judgment and the ability to handle sensitive and confidential information.
On-Site:
West Caldwell, NJ Schedule:
Full-Time Only resumes submitted in English will be considered. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for job opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. BA Global Talent connects professionals across the Americas with meaningful opportunities at U.S. companies. We specialize in remote recruitment, HR operations, and workforce solutions, with a strong focus on transparency, support, and long-term success. At BA , you're never just a placement, you're part of a team that values growth, autonomy, and impact.
Pay:
From $55,098.03 per year Application Question(s): Do you have at least 5 YOE as a trusts and estates paralegal/legal secretary? Ability to
