Practice Manager - Trusts & Estates

Location: Albany, NY; Rochester, NY; or Hartford, CT (Hybrid Work Schedule) Are you an experienced paralegal with a passion for mentoring and team leadership? Do you thrive in a role that combines legal expertise with operational strategy? Are you excited to support a collaborative, high-performing team within a firm that’s been thriving for over 170 years?

The Trusts & Estates Team at Harris Beach Murtha is looking for a Practice Manager who brings both paralegal depth and a people-first mindset. You’ll support attorneys and staff across multiple offices, oversee workflow and training, and keep the practice group running smoothly. You will THRIVE in this role if you have:

3+ years of trusts and estates paralegal or fiduciary administration experience (required)
Strong knowledge of estate planning, trust administration, probate, and related legal processes
A collaborative, solutions-oriented approach and a desire to mentor others
Experience supervising or managing legal support staff
Excellent communication, organization, and project management skills
Confidence using Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel) and relevant legal tech tools

This Practice Manager role blends strategic oversight and hands-on legal work. Do you have the DRIVE and DESIRE to:

Lead and mentor a team of paralegals, practice coordinators, and admin professionals across offices
Serve as a liaison between attorneys and staff to support efficient operations
Provide training and onboarding support to new hires (attorneys and staff alike)
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

Harris Beach Murtha believes everyone deserves to feel included and valued. You will be SUCCESSFUL in your career at the firm if you:

Lead with empathy, patience, and professionalism
Are energized by helping others grow in their roles
Can comfortably manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Are aligned with our core values: integrity, respect, accountability, ingenuity, teamwork, and inclusion and engagement
Are comfortable working a hybrid schedule and occasionally traveling to other office locations

Salary information below will vary depending upon relevant experience for the position and geographic locations.
$80,000 - $100,000
Harris Beach Murtha offers a comprehensive benefits package that supports both professional and personal well-being. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurances; health savings and flexible spending account options; life and disability insurances; retirement plan including 401(k) and profit sharing; paid leave programs; employee assistance resources; commuter and parking benefits where applicable; and professional development opportunities. Eligibility for benefits is subject to applicable plan terms and firm policies.
Harris Beach Murtha is not accepting candidate submissions from recruiting agencies for this position during the first two weeks after posting. Following this period, agencies with an active fee agreement with the firm may reach out to our internal recruitment team at [email protected] to inquire about potential collaboration for this position.

Harris Beach Murtha is committed to an inclusive environment and we welcome applications from diverse candidates with varied background and skills, including military experience. Harris Beach Murtha Cullina PLLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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