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Elder Law / Estate Planning Paralegal

Ascendion
Short Hills, NJ Full Time
POSTED ON 10/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/6/2026

Elder Law / Estate Planning Paralegal

New Jersey (Onsite)

Salary – $90K - $110K


A well-established law firm expanding its presence in New Jersey is seeking an experienced Elder Law / Estate Planning Paralegal to support attorneys handling elder law, Medicaid planning, and estate planning matters. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented legal professional with relevant private-client experience who is looking to grow within an established and collaborative practice.


What You’ll Do:

  • Support attorneys with Elder Law, Estate Planning, and Trusts & Estates matters
  • Prepare and organize estate planning documents, including wills and trusts
  • Gather and organize client financial and personal documentation
  • Maintain accurate client files and case documentation
  • Communicate with clients, families, courts, and other parties as needed


What We’re Looking For:

  • 3 years of relevant paralegal experience preferred
  • Experience in Elder Law, Estate Planning, or Trusts & Estates
  • Experience with Medicaid planning or Medicaid applications is preferred.
  • Probate and estate administration experience is a plus


Salary and Other Compensation:

The annual salary for this position is $90,000 - $110,000. Factors which may affect pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate.


Benefits:

  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Supplemental benefits
  • Opportunity to grow with an expanding New Jersey practice


Salary : $90,000 - $110,000

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