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Forchelli Deegan Terrana LLP

Trusts & Estates Litigation Paralegal

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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.

$66,324 / year median in New York

+2% projected growth

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Job Description

Prestigious, full service, Long Island law firm seeks experienced Trusts & Estates litigation paralegal (with at least 3 years' experience) to join our growing Trusts and Estates litigation practice. The candidate should have significant experience in the field of trusts and estates litigation including, but not limited to, probate contests, accounting litigation, turnover proceedings, and other Surrogate's Court matters. Responsibilities include preparing, reviewing and filing pleadings via NYSCEF, managing calendars, coordinating service of process and filings, organizing document productions and assisting with discovery, depositions and trial preparation. The candidate should be detail-oriented, organized and have demonstrated ties to Long Island. The firm's office is centrally located on Long Island in one of the region's premier buildings. The firm has great infrastructure, excellent support staff, and a unique collegial culture. No phone calls or emails accepted.