Practice Manager - Trusts & Estates
About The Position
Harris Beach Murtha is seeking a Practice Manager for its Trusts & Estates Team. This role combines paralegal expertise, team leadership, and operational oversight, supporting attorneys and staff across multiple offices. The Practice Manager leads and mentors legal support professionals, helps coordinate practice group operations, supports training and onboarding, and oversees workflow and work quality. The position follows a hybrid work schedule and may require occasional travel to other office locations. The salary range is $80,000–$100,000, varying by relevant experience and geographic location.
Requirements
- At least 3 years of trusts and estates paralegal or fiduciary administration experience.
- Strong knowledge of estate planning, trust administration, probate, and related legal processes.
- Experience supervising or managing legal support staff.
- Excellent communication, organization, and project management skills.
- Confidence using Microsoft Office, including Word, Outlook, and Excel, and relevant legal technology tools.
- Able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Comfortable working a hybrid schedule and occasionally traveling to other office locations.
Nice To Haves
- A collaborative, solutions-oriented approach and a desire to mentor others.
- Empathy, patience, and professionalism.
- An interest in helping others grow in their roles.
- Alignment with the firm’s values of integrity, respect, accountability, ingenuity, teamwork, and inclusion and engagement.
Responsibilities
- Lead and mentor paralegals, practice coordinators, and administrative professionals across offices.
- Serve as a liaison between attorneys and staff to support efficient operations.
- Provide training and onboarding support to new attorneys and staff.
- Oversee workflow, monitor caseloads, and ensure quality work product across the team.
- Coordinate practice group activities and logistics, including team meetings, trainings, professional development programs, and other group initiatives.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Health savings and flexible spending account options
- Life and disability insurance
- Retirement plan including 401(k) and profit sharing
- Paid leave programs
- Employee assistance resources
- Commuter and parking benefits where applicable
- Professional development opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
No Education Listed
