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Corporate Associate Attorney
Manchester, NH | Woburn, MA

Experienced Trusts & Estates Attorney
Manchester, NH | Woburn, MA

Real Estate Attorney
Manchester, NH

 

Paralegal

Trusts and Estates Paralegal

We are seeking an experienced, detail-oriented, thorough, and organized Trusts and Estates Paralegal to join our team.  We are seeking an individual with a broad base of experience including probate and trust administration, working knowledge of the Probate Court rules and procedures and probate accountings, Federal estate tax returns, and familiarity with trust accounting computer programs.

The ideal candidate will be a self-starter, able to work independently and have previous paralegal experience in the administration of trusts and estates, including the preparation of Massachusetts and U.S. Estate Tax Returns (Form 706).   Responsibilities include all facets of trust and probate administration, drafting correspondence and legal documents, asset spreadsheets and probate pleadings, reviewing bank statements, and organizing and maintaining client files.  In addition, the candidate must be capable of offering the highest level of service to our clientele.  Professionalism and teamwork are important, so the best candidate works well with attorneys, co-workers, and our clients.

Skills, Education, and Experience:

  • Minimum of 3 years of solid Trusts and Estates paralegal experience.
  • Associate degree with paralegal studies emphasis. Bachelor’s degree from ABA approved paralegal program preferred.
  • Certification from NALA or NFPA is a plus.
  • Attention to detail, dependable, organized.
  • Excellent computer skills including MS Office, iManage, and Adobe Acrobat
  • Excellent problem solving and analytical skills
  • Excellent proofreading skills and clear and concise communication skills.

Direct resume with cover letter to:

Jessica Boisvert, Manager of Professional Recruiting and Retention
Email:  jessica.boisvert@McLane.com

Business Administration

Receptionist & Legal Administrative Assistant – Portsmouth Office

McLane Middleton, a leading New England-based law firm, has an immediate opening for a professional, outgoing, experienced and well-organized Receptionist/Legal Administrative Assistant in our Portsmouth, New Hampshire office.  The firm has over 110 lawyers located in five offices, three in New Hampshire (Manchester, Concord and Portsmouth) and two in Massachusetts (Portsmouth and Boston).  McLane Middleton is regularly listed as one of America’s leading law firms in Chambers USA, and 57 of its attorneys are listed in The Best Lawyers in America across a broad array of practice areas.  The firm has a strong tradition over its 105-year history of deep involvement in the communities where its employees work and live, and of active participation in the bar and numerous charitable and professional associations.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  • Greeting clients and visitors in person and by phone; directing calls and responding to general inquiries with professionalism and courtesy
  • Managing and maintaining the reception area and conference rooms to ensure a welcoming and organized environment
  • Overseeing the internal conference room scheduling calendar to coordinate meetings efficiently
  • Ensuring proper functioning of office equipment by adhering to usage guidelines and coordinating necessary repairs
  • Monitoring inventory levels of office and kitchen supplies; replenishing stock as needed to maintain readiness
  • Supporting facilities-related tasks, including submitting and tracking maintenance requests
  • Providing administrative support to legal assistants and attorneys as required
  • Assisting with special projects and additional tasks as assigned

Experience & Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or equivalent education
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in administrative support roles
  • Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
  • Proficient in organizational, scheduling, and telephone communication skills
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills in a professional business environment
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint

Direct resume with cover letter to:

Amy Dubois, Director of Human Resources
Email:  amy.dubois@McLane.com

Receptionist & Legal Administrative Assistant – Woburn Office

McLane Middleton, a leading New England-based law firm, has an immediate opening for a professional, outgoing, experienced and well-organized Receptionist/Legal Administrative Assistant in our Woburn, Massachusetts office.  The firm has over 110 lawyers located in five offices, three in New Hampshire (Manchester, Concord and Portsmouth) and two in Massachusetts (Woburn and Boston).  McLane Middleton is regularly listed aes one of America’s leading law firms in Chambers USA, and 57 of its attorneys are listed in The Best Lawyers in America across a broad array of practice areas.  The firm has a strong tradition over its 105-year history of deep involvement in the communities where its employees work and live, and of active participation in the bar and numerous charitable and professional associations.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  • Greeting clients and visitors in person and by phone; directing calls and responding to general inquiries with professionalism and courtesy
  • Managing and maintaining the reception area and conference rooms to ensure a welcoming and organized environment
  • Overseeing the internal conference room scheduling calendar to coordinate meetings efficiently
  • Ensuring proper functioning of office equipment by adhering to usage guidelines and coordinating necessary repairs
  • Monitoring inventory levels of office and kitchen supplies; replenishing stock as needed to maintain readiness
  • Supporting facilities-related tasks, including submitting and tracking maintenance requests
  • Providing administrative support to legal assistants and attorneys as required
  • Assisting with special projects and additional tasks as assigned

Experience & Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or equivalent education
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in administrative support roles
  • Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
  • Proficient in organizational, scheduling, and telephone communication skills
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills in a professional business environment
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint

Direct resume with cover letter to:

Amy Dubois, Director of Human Resources
Email:  amy.dubois@McLane.com

Trust Services Group – Trust Officer

McLane Middleton, a leading New England-based law firm, is looking for a Trust Officer in our Trust Services Group in our Manchester, New Hampshire office. The firm has over 110 lawyers located in five offices, three in New Hampshire (Manchester, Concord and Portsmouth) and two in Massachusetts (Woburn and Boston). McLane Middleton is regularly listed as one of America’s leading law firms in Chambers USA, and 57 of its attorneys are listed in The Best lawyers in America across a broad array of practice areas. The firm has a strong tradition over its 105-year history of deep involvement in the communities where its employees work and live, and of active participation in the bar and numerous charitable and professional associations.

The Trust Officer will be the primary contact with designated firm clients and be responsible for the administration of personal trust and fiduciary accounts, communicating with grantors, fiduciaries, beneficiaries, advisors and other professionals on a regular basis in order to develop and maintain positive relationships.

Reporting Relationships

The Trust Officer will report to the Head of Trust Services and will work in partnership with Trust & Estates Practice team members.

Responsibilities

  • Engage with High Net Worth and Ultra High Net Worth clients and administer their trusts to ensure the preservation of their trust assets to achieve the client’s specific trust and estate planning objectives.
  • Provide superior client service and develop deep relationships with clients to best administer their trust accounts.
  • Review account-related legal documents such as wills, trusts, leases, agreements, etc., and consult with attorneys regarding legal needs and interpretation of trust documents, wills, and other materials.
  • Administer trusts in accordance with the governing instrument and relevant law.
  • Be the primary contact for all matters related to the assigned account.
  • Prepare documents for account opening, agreements, transfer and assignment documents, beneficiary designations, investment objectives, notices, delegations, and authorizations.
  • Review and document discretionary distribution requests by interpreting the terms of the trust document to determine the appropriateness of the request, in accordance with the firm’s Policies and Procedures.
  • Complete, document, and present appropriate notices, account reviews, reports, and accountings.
  • Assist tax preparers with annual tax preparation, coordinate review and execution of tax returns, and coordinate quarterly tax payments.
  • Maintain an understanding of relevant tax laws and legal requirements applicable to trust administration in order to assist in resolving client issues as they relate to the trust agreement.
  • Develop and maintain a working knowledge of various business applications critical to trust administration.
  • Ensure compliance with all MM Policies and Procedures.
  • Perform additional special projects, as needed.

Qualifications

  • Strong relevant education/certification, e.g., bachelor’s degree, MBA, JD, CTFA.
  • Five or more years’ experience in a client-facing fiduciary role, specifically with trust and/or estate management and administration experience.
  • Strong knowledge and proven technical proficiency in legal, investment and tax issues relative to trust administration.
  • Track record working with high-net-worth clients and their intermediaries and advisors.
  • Experience administering directed trust accounts.
  • A proven comfort level in small, lean, and entrepreneurial work environments.
  • Outstanding integrity – always doing what’s right on behalf of the client while managing risk for the firm.
  • Strong team player and partner.
  • Ability to handle multiple competing priorities and organize tasks effectively.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Continuous improvement mindset to always seek optimal internal and client facing processes.

Direct resume with cover letter to:

Amy Dubois, Director of Human Resources
Email:  amy.dubois@McLane.com

Trust Administrator

McLane Middleton, a leading New England-based law firm, has a unique opportunity for a Trust Administrator in our Manchester, New Hampshire office.  The firm has over 100 lawyers located in five offices, three in New Hampshire (Manchester, Concord and Portsmouth) and two in Massachusetts (Woburn and Boston).  McLane Middleton is regularly listed as one of America’s leading law firms in Chambers USA, and 57 of its attorneys are listed in The Best Lawyers in America across a broad array of practice areas.  The firm has a strong tradition over its 105-year history of deep involvement in the communities where its employees work and live. The firm is an active participant in the community and supports numerous charitable and professional associations.

Reporting to a Trust Officer or Senior Trust Officer, the Trust Administrator works as an integral member of the Trust Services Group team.  The Trust Administrator is responsible for the day-to-day administration of trusts and acts on behalf of the Trust Officer, interacting frequently with team members on client management and service issues.

Responsibilities:

  • Assist Trust Officers by engaging in all facets of administration for assigned trust relationships
  • Increasing client satisfaction through proactive account management
  • Interpret the governing instrument and applicable law to ensure the proper set-up of account records, including payments, fee schedules and tax records.
  • Communicate with beneficiaries and co-trustees to outline administrative procedures
  • Opening and closing of trust accounts
  • Managing risk by monitoring trust activity and ensuring policy and procedures are followed
  • Respond to requests from beneficiaries for discretionary distributions
  • Preform additional special projects, as needed

Qualifications:

  • Preferred 2-4 years administrative experience
  • Works well independently and as part of a team
  • Ability to handle multiple competing priorities and organize tasks effectively
  • Strong interpersonal, communication (written and oral), organizational and analytical skills are essential
  • Interface with trust accounting system, workflow processes and trust operations
  • Excellent computer skills; proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel

Please visit www.mclane.com for more information or direct your resume with cover letter to:

Direct resume with cover letter to:

Amy Dubois, Director of Human Resources
Email:  amy.dubois@McLane.com

Trusts & Estates Legal Administrative Assistant – Woburn, MA

McLane Middleton, a leading New England-based law firm, is looking for a Trusts & Estates Legal Administrative Assistant in our Woburn, Massachusetts.  The firm has over 110 lawyers located in five offices, three in New Hampshire (Manchester, Concord and Portsmouth) and two in Massachusetts (Woburn and Boston).  McLane Middleton is regularly listed as one of America’s leading law firms in Chambers USA, and 57 of its attorneys are listed in The Best Lawyers in America across a broad array of practice areas.  The firm has a strong tradition over its 105-year history of deep involvement in the communities where its employees work and live, and of active participation in the bar and numerous charitable and professional associations.

The Trust and Estates Legal Administrative Assistant supports attorneys and paralegals within the firm specializing in estate planning and trust administration by performing a variety of administrative tasks, which includes the following Duties/Responsibilities:

  • Provides general administrative support to assigned attorney(s)/paralegal(s) which may include drafting client letters, fielding client phone calls, coordinating appointments, and calendar management.
  • Provides highly technical document production including but not limited to typing, drafting and editing documents, redlining documents, conversion of documents from PDF to word, scanning, assembling of binders and making copies. Proofreads and edits documents for grammar, spelling, punctuation, and format.  Files documents and emails in the Firm’s electronic document software.  Distributes correspondence using email or hard copy delivery.
  • Understands document legal terminology, basic legal procedure and law firm document protocol. Maintains client files ensuring accurate recordkeeping, while maintaining strict confidentiality regarding sensitive client information related to wills, trusts, and probate matters.
  • Utilizes strong communication skills, both written and verbal, to ensure instructions are clearly understood and that work is completed as requested. Maintains a courteous and service driven demeanor at all times.
  • Inputs time entries on a daily, weekly and or monthly basis. Opens new client and/or matter numbers; performs conflict checks.
  • Answer telephone calls and take accurate and complete messages, gives information to callers, refers to others, or holds for team members. Provides relevant and timely information to clients and team members (including times when they are out of the office) in a professional, courteous, and effective manner.
  • Brings organizational skills to the role with the ability to provide guidance on the most efficient and effective way to complete tasks. Takes initiative and is self-starter with work.
  • This position is also expected to back-up team members by providing administrative support to other attorneys/paralegals.

Experience/Qualifications:

  • High School Diploma or equivalent.
  • 5+ years of legal admin experience.
  • Superior attention to detail.
  • Excellent written and oral business communication skills.
  • Strong Microsoft Office (Excel, Word and PowerPoint)

Direct resume with cover letter to:

Amy Dubois, Director of Human Resources
Email:  amy.dubois@McLane.com

McLane Middleton believes that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunity and does not discriminate against its employees or applicants because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity or expression, national origin, citizenship, veteran status, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state or local laws. Equal employment opportunity will be extended to all persons in all aspects of the employer-employee relationship, including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, evaluation, discipline, layoff, and termination.