Wills & Estates Law Clerk
Job Description
Wills & Estates Law Clerk
We’re partnered with a standout law firm that’s looking to welcome a Wills & Estates Law Clerk to their Private Client Services team — a group that’s known for being down-to-earth and incredibly skilled at what they do. You’ll be working on meaningful files involving estate planning and administration, and supporting a clientele that values discretion and professionalism. This is a client-oriented role, so if you’re someone who brings poise, warmth, and clear communication to your work, you’ll feel right at home here. The firm offers a hybrid remote setup (three days in office), and the environment is one where people genuinely enjoy coming to work — respectful and approachable colleagues, and a leadership team that values its staff. Apply now!
Salary: Up to $95K (Based on Experience)
Key Responsibilities
- Assist with drafting wills, related documents and trust settlement documents
- Prepare applications and related documents for charitable registration
- Prepare and file various income tax elections
- Review and analyze estate accounts
- Assist with client communications
- Liaise and interview executors for particulars of deceased and assets of estates
- Assist with the preparation of any required tax related information
- Prepare application for probate
- Responsible for all administrative aspects of ongoing administration of estate files
- Organize, track and maintain document files and case correspondence
- Organize and maintain the firm’s precedent collection for estate and trust matters
- Other duties as required.
Qualifications
- Law Clerk Diploma/Certificate
- 5+ years of experience in a law firm environment as a Wills & Estates Law Clerk
- Ability to communicate effectively with firm members and clients
- Strong organizational skills and meticulous with attention to detail
- Possess a strong aptitude for working with numbers
- Ability to produce a high quality and quantity of work product
- Ability to prioritize as necessary
- Strong technical skills with a strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
To apply, please forward your resume to: Zaheeda Merali Manager – Law Clerk Search at zaheeda@cartelinc.com
