Paralegal

Trusts & Estates Law (formerly Brady Cobin)

Raleigh, North Carolina | Full-time, Onsite

About Us

Trusts & Estates Law (formerly Brady Cobin) Law is a respected estate planning and administration law firm in Raleigh. We honor the life, work, and charity of every individual by providing client-focused legal services.

About the Role

We are seeking an estate planning paralegal to support our estate planning and estate administration practices. The ideal candidate has 3+ years of experience in North Carolina estate law, technical skills (Clio preferred), and the ability to take ownership of cases. Project oriented leadership experience is a plus, but we are open to training the right candidate with a strong desire to grow.

Key Responsibilities

Estate Planning Paralegal:

• Project Management: Oversee and manage estate planning projects from intake to execution, ensuring all steps are completed accurately and on schedule.
• Draft & Prepare Documents Wills, trusts, POAs, healthcare directives.
• Client Intake & Communication Gather information, maintain contact.
• Funding & Asset Transfers Assist with trust funding, beneficiary updates.
• Execution & Notarization Coordinate signings, ensure compliance.

Estate Administration Paralegal:

• Probate & Court Filings File petitions, inventories, accountings.
• Asset Identification & Distribution Locate, value, and transfer assets.
• Creditor Claims & Estate Debts Manage notifications and settlements.
• Estate Tax & Accounting Assistance Support tax prep and financial tracking.

Requirements

What We're Looking For:

• 3+ years of estate planning or administration experience (NC-specific preferred).
• Strong project management skills and the ability to take ownership of tasks and drive them to completion.
• Project-oriented mindset with the ability to organize, prioritize, and execute estate planning matters efficiently.
• Attention to detail , excellent written communication skills, and a client-centered approach.
• Proficiency in MicroSoft Office (Outlook, Work & Excel) and a legal software program (Clio or similar).

• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple cases.
• Desire to grow into a leadership role (if less experienced).

Benefits

Why Join Us?

• Competitive Salary range starting at $34 per hour, with adjustments based on years of experience. Final compensation will be determined based on the candidate's qualifications and level of experience.
• Established, client-focused firm with a collaborative team.
• Opportunities for growth and leadership.
• Hands-on role with meaningful client impact.

Ready to apply? Submit your resume and cover letter. We will contact candidates who best fit the role. Wishing all applicants the best!

We are proud to support veterans, active-duty service members, and their military spouses. We value the skills, leadership, and experience you bring and encourage you to apply. We are committed to creating a welcoming environment where military-affiliated candidates can thrive.

We appreciate your interest in this employment opportunity to work with our firm. For more information about us please visit us at: Brady Cobin Law Group: North Carolina Estate Planning, Probate, and Elder Lawyers

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