Trusts & Estates Paralegal

Reston law firm seeks a high-energy paralegal with 5-10 years paralegal experience in trust and estate administration and estate planning. Qualified applicants must possess a bachelor’s degree or an equivalent amount of professional experience, and a paralegal certificate is preferred. Professionalism, resourcefulness and a strong work ethic are essential. While not intended to be an exhaustive list, a qualified candidate will have the experience to perform the following key duties for this job:

• Estate and trust administration in the jurisdictions of Virginia, Maryland and District of Columbia, including reviewing the will/trust, analyzing it in light of the known financial and family situation, researching statutes and case law in those jurisdictions and drafting agreements and other legal documents necessary in complex administrations.
• Experience with the probate process, including inventories and accounting.
• Estate planning for high-net-worth individuals, including drafting, reviewing and analyzing estate-planning documents and assisting clients with the entire process of funding trusts.
• Clear, concise and correct communication, both oral and written, at an appropriate level to the situation and the client.

This is an in-person role.  Applicant must be highly organized, computer literate and a self-starter with a strong desire to support and facilitate a fast-paced practice with significant client contact. Salary is commensurate with experience together with a generous benefits package. OFP is an Equal Opportunity Employer.