Paralegal

Position: Estate Planning & Estate Administration Paralegal

(Temp or Temp-to-Hire)

Location: Portland, OR

Pay: $35-45/hr.

LHH urgently seeks a skilled Estate Planning and Estate Administration Paralegal to join our client’s team in Portland. This is a temporary or temp-to-hire role ideal for an empathetic, detail-oriented professional who excels in client interactions and has a strong background in estate planning. Based on performance and firm needs, the position could potentially transition into a full-time role within a few months.

Key Responsibilities:

• Draft estate planning documents, including wills, trust agreements, and deeds
• Manage estate and trust administration tasks, such as probate pleadings, tax returns, and client file organization
• Support attorneys in creating and refining process improvements and document templates
• Maintain accurate and timely timekeeping records

Essential Skills and Capabilities:

• Strong written and verbal communication
• High tolerance for fast-paced environments and last-minute deadlines
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, with strong problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with Excel, Visio, and document automation tools preferred

Requirements:

• College degree or equivalent work experience
• Minimum of 3+ years' law firm experience, with specific expertise in estate planning
• Experience with complex, high net-worth estates and trust matters is a plus

Benefits:

• Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits, and 401K plan.