Paralegal

About us:

The DeAngelus Group, PLLC is a well-established, mid-size law firm with locations in Clifton Park, Schenectady and Saratoga, NY with additional offices in Florida.  Our primary practice groups offer legal services in real estate transactions; estate planning and administration; business formation and advisory services.   Our Trusts and Estates group is known for its compassionate and personal approach, helping families and individuals through difficult situations with confidence.  We are seeking a skilled, detail-oriented and personable paralegal to join our team. 

About the Role:

Full-Time | Mid-Level to Senior | Growth Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Trusts and Estates Paralegal to join our team in Schenectady, NY — but we’re not looking for just anyone. We’re hiring someone who wants more than just a job — someone with the experience to thrive today and the leadership ambition to grow into a senior or supervisory role tomorrow. 

The Trust and Estates Paralegal plays a crucial role in supporting attorneys in the administration of estates and trusts, ensuring that all legal documents are prepared accurately and efficiently. As a paralegal, you will assist with estate planning, trust administration, probate matters, elder law, and related tasks, supporting the firm in providing professional legal services in a compassionate and friendly way. Additionally, the role requires maintaining organized records and files, facilitating communication between clients and attorneys, and managing deadlines for various legal processes. Ultimately, the Trust and Estates Paralegal contributes to the smooth operation of the legal team, helping clients navigate complex estate matters with confidence and clarity. This role requires strong organizational skills, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to manage sensitive client information with discretion.

At the DeAngelus Group, PLLC, our employees are at the heart of our mission to deliver high-quality services while providing the best possible client experience.

The posted pay scale is estimated. The salary is dependent on the candidate's experience and qualifications.

• Draft wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare proxies
• Manage trust & probate administration (filings, client coordination, deadlines)
• Prepare fiduciary returns and collaborate with advisors and accountants
• Maintain client files and streamline systems
• Help mentor junior paralegals and improve workflows as we scale the team 

• 3+ years in Trusts & Estates (probate, estate planning, elder law preferred)
• Familiarity with NY Surrogate’s Court procedures
• Strong legal writing, organization, and professionalism
• Leadership potential and interest in mentoring others
• Experience with Clio or similar software is a plus 

• Competitive salary starting at $65,000–$85,000 depending on experience 
• Full benefits: health, 401(k), PTO
• Work with a respected, mid-sized firm with locations in NY and FL
• Real opportunity to step into a leadership role
• Collaborative, client-focused team with long-term vision
    

Let’s talk about your goals and how this role can help you reach them.

Learn more about our firm: www.dglawny.com