JOB REQUIREMENTS: Duties and Responsibilties of Job: Trusts & Estates Paralegal - Milwaukee, WI We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Trusts & Estates Paralegal to join a well respected law firm in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated professional looking for a long-term position where your contributions are recognized, and you\'re empowered to grow your skills and career. In this role, you will support attorneys and senior staff in a wide variety of estate planning and administration tasks. The ideal candidate will bring strong organizational abilities, a collaborative mindset, and a commitment to high-quality client service. Key Responsibilities: Assist in the preparation of fiduciary income tax returns, federal gift tax returns, and estate tax filings. Maintain trust records and perform trust accounting functions, including auditing financial activity. Reconcile brokerage accounts, general ledger balances, and prepare related financial reports and transactions. Handle trust and estate administration, including the funding of revocable and irrevocable trusts. Draft legal documents for probate matters and ensure timely filing of court pleadings. Act as a liaison with clients, advisors, and financial institutions, maintaining professional communication at all times. Track and meet billing requirements, aiming for approximately 1,500 billable hours annually. Organize, manage, and maintain client files and electronic records in accordance with firm protocols. Support the legal team with research, file management, and special projects. Supervise tasks delegated to support staff where needed. Qualifications: 5+ years of experience working in trusts and estates preferred. Associate degree required; Bachelor\'s degree or a paralegal certificate (preferably from an ABA-approved program) is strongly preferred. Relevant work experience may substitute for formal education. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, both written and verbal. Proven ability to work efficiently under pressure and manage competing priorities. Familiarity with legal and accounting software related to estate administration (e.g., trust accounting programs, tax software). \ Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel and Word. \ High attention to detail and commitment to delivering accurate, high-quality work. Experience with corporate or real estate transactions is a plus. Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team in a dynamic legal environment. Only qualified candidates will be contacted. Beacon Hill is an equal opportunity employer and individuals with disabilities and/or protected veterans are encouraged to apply. California residents: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. If you would like to complete our voluntary self-identification form, please click here or copy and paste the following link into an open window in your browser: https://jobs.beaconhillstaffing.com/eeoc/ Completion of this form is voluntary and will not affect your opportunity for employment, or the terms or conditions of your employment. This form will be used for reporting purposes only and will be kept separate from all other records. Company Profile: Founded by industry leaders to set a new standard in search, career placement and flexible staffing, we deliver coordinated staffing solutions with unparalleled service, a commitment to project completion and success and a passion for innovation, creativity and continuous improvement. Our niche brands offer a complete suite of staffing services to emerging growth companies and t To view the full job description please use the link below. https://www.aplitrak.com/?adid=YmJnZW5lcmljLjczMTg3Ljg3NzBAYmVhY29uaGlsbGNvbXAuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t ** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: https://www.aplitrak.com/?adid=YmJnZW5lcmljLjczMTg3Ljg3NzBAYmVhY29uaGlsbGNvbXAuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t

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