Estate Planning Paralegal
Legal & Compliance/Legal Assistant
LHH
$80,000.00 - $100,000.00 per Year
Portland, OregonPermanent
Legal Assistant
Legal & Compliance
LHH is currently seeking an experienced Estate Planning Paralegal to join a growing firm in Portland, OR. This position supports a rotating group of attorneys based on caseload needs, with exposure to a variety of estate and trust matters. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a team-oriented environment, enjoys meaningful work, and appreciates structure without micromanagement. This is an excellent opportunity to join a positive, drama-free, and collaborative firm that values inclusion, professional growth, and community involvement.
The anticipated salary for this role is between $80,000-$100,000 a year.
Responsibilities:
· Draft a variety of legal documents including pleadings, client correspondence, status reports, asset spreadsheets, estate tax returns, gift tax returns, accountings, and trust administration documentation
· Assist attorneys with meeting prep and serve as a primary point of contact for clients
· Organize, maintain, and manage physical and electronic legal files
· Conduct research, retrieve documents and data, and maintain confidentiality in all aspects of client interaction
· Collaborate with paralegals and attorneys across multiple practice areas
Qualifications:
· 3+ years of full-time paralegal experience (ideally in estate planning, trust administration, or probate)
· Strong understanding of Federal and Oregon/Washington estate laws, tax returns, and trust documents
· Paralegal certificate (ABA-approved program preferred)
· Paralegal certification (RP, CRP, OCP, or similar)
· Familiarity with legal databases, billing platforms, and document management systems
· Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint), Adobe, redlining, and document formatting
· Excellent written and verbal communication skills with attention to detail and sound judgment
· Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced legal environment
Benefits:
· Competitive healthcare plans paid by the firm
· 401K match and potential year end discretionary profit sharing contribution
· Generous PTO- 3 weeks to start, increasing after 3 years
· Fun team events and holiday parties
· Weekly perks such as Wednesday free lunch
Pay Details: $80,000.00 to $100,000.00 per year
Search managed by: Ashley Gill
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy
The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
- The California Fair Chance Act
- Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
- Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
- San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
Estate Planning Paralegal
Legal & Compliance/Legal Assistant
LHH
$80,000.00 - $100,000.00 per Year
Portland, OregonPermanent
Legal Assistant
Legal & Compliance
LHH is currently seeking an experienced Estate Planning Paralegal to join a growing firm in Portland, OR. This position supports a rotating group of attorneys based on caseload needs, with exposure to a variety of estate and trust matters. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a team-oriented environment, enjoys meaningful work, and appreciates structure without micromanagement. This is an excellent opportunity to join a positive, drama-free, and collaborative firm that values inclusion, professional growth, and community involvement.
The anticipated salary for this role is between $80,000-$100,000 a year.
Responsibilities:
· Draft a variety of legal documents including pleadings, client correspondence, status reports, asset spreadsheets, estate tax returns, gift tax returns, accountings, and trust administration documentation
· Assist attorneys with meeting prep and serve as a primary point of contact for clients
· Organize, maintain, and manage physical and electronic legal files
· Conduct research, retrieve documents and data, and maintain confidentiality in all aspects of client interaction
· Collaborate with paralegals and attorneys across multiple practice areas
Qualifications:
· 3+ years of full-time paralegal experience (ideally in estate planning, trust administration, or probate)
· Strong understanding of Federal and Oregon/Washington estate laws, tax returns, and trust documents
· Paralegal certificate (ABA-approved program preferred)
· Paralegal certification (RP, CRP, OCP, or similar)
· Familiarity with legal databases, billing platforms, and document management systems
· Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint), Adobe, redlining, and document formatting
· Excellent written and verbal communication skills with attention to detail and sound judgment
· Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced legal environment
Benefits:
· Competitive healthcare plans paid by the firm
· 401K match and potential year end discretionary profit sharing contribution
· Generous PTO- 3 weeks to start, increasing after 3 years
· Fun team events and holiday parties
· Weekly perks such as Wednesday free lunch
Pay Details: $80,000.00 to $100,000.00 per year
Search managed by: Ashley Gill
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy
The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
- The California Fair Chance Act
- Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
- Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
- San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance