Estate Planning Paralegal – Portland, OR (Hybrid After Training)

• Salary: $80K–$95K + discretionary bonus (up to $100K for 20+ years of experience)


• Schedule: Full-time, fully onsite for 3–6 months, then hybrid 1–2 days/week remote


• Perks: Fully paid mass transit pass or partial parking reimbursement (based on in-office days)

LHH is working with a law firm who's seeking an Estate Planning Paralegal to support a group of attorneys (rotating by caseload). This role includes work on trusts and estates, probate, trust administration, estate tax returns, and gift tax returns.

Key Responsibilities:

• Draft correspondence, pleadings, summaries, tax returns, and related documents

• Locate and organize documents and data; maintain client files

• Serve as a point of contact for clients while ensuring confidentiality

• Prepare attorneys for client meetings

Requirements:

• 3+ years of paralegal experience (trusts & estates preferred)

• Knowledge of Federal, Oregon, and Washington estate/gift tax returns

• Strong writing, grammar, and proofreading skills

• Advanced skills in Word, Adobe, Excel, and document formatting tools

• Ability to manage deadlines and maintain high work quality

Preferred:

• Paralegal certificate (ABA-approved)

• National or local paralegal certification (RP, CRP, OCP)

Culture & Perks:

• Positive, collaborative, and supportive team

• Ongoing education encouraged

• Weekly perks: Monday snacks, Tuesday coffee card, Wednesday lunch

• Fun events: Halloween party, holiday party

• Commitment to inclusion and professional development

Interview Process:

• First round: hiring manager and team lead

• Second round: paralegal group and attorneys

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