Estate Administration Paralegal

Cioffi Slezak Wildgrube P.C. is not your typical law firm. We’ve reimagined what a law firm can be. We combine high-quality legal work with a supportive, collaborative culture where people truly enjoy what they do. You’ll find smart, motivated professionals tackling meaningful work, growing together, and celebrating along the way.

Opportunity: We’re seeking an Estate Administrator to join our Schenectady office.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and file Surrogate’s Court documents using HotDocs and NYSCEF
• Support executors and trustees through all stages of administration, from asset gathering to final distribution
• Communicate with clients, beneficiaries, attorneys, accountants, appraisers, real estate brokers, and other professionals
• Prepare fiduciary, estate, and other required tax returns using Lacerte
• Prepare informal and formal accountings using One Source
• Track billable time accurately using Clio software

Requirements:

• 2+ years of direct experience administering trusts and/or estates
• Impeccable attention to detail and follow-through
• Ability to take direction from supervising attorneys while managing files independently
• Strong organizational, communication, and computer skills
• Problem-solving skills and a professional demeanor

Benefits:

• Competitive salary - $40,000 - $75,000 commensurate with experience
• Medical, dental, disability coverage
• 401(k) with company safe harbor match and profit sharing
• Flexible PTO + paid holidays
• Incentives and plenty of team celebrations
• Tuition reimbursement
• Remote work opportunities
• Performance-related bonuses