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Paralegal

Legal & Compliance/Legal

LHH

$80,000.00 - $100,000.00 per Year

Portland, Oregon

Permanent

Legal

Legal & Compliance

LHH has partnered with a great firm who is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Estate Planning Paralegal to join thier team in Portland. This role supports attorneys in all aspects of estate planning and probate administration, requiring strong organizational skills, legal knowledge, and client service experience.

Key Responsibilities

  • Draft and prepare legal documents including correspondence, pleadings, court forms, tax returns, asset spreadsheets, and estate accountings.

  • Conduct legal research and locate documents, data, and records as needed.

  • Organize, review, and maintain client files and electronic records.

  • Serve as a point of contact for clients, maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.

  • Assist attorneys with client meetings and case preparation.

Skills & Competencies

  • Strong knowledge of federal estate and gift tax returns, Oregon and Washington estate laws, and estate planning agreements.

  • Excellent grammar, proofreading, and document formatting skills.

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint), Adobe, and legal document formatting tools.

  • Ability to prioritize tasks, manage time effectively, and maintain attention to detail.

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.

  • Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities, especially in legal and technical contexts.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

  • 3+ years of paralegal experience in a law firm, court, or corporate legal department.

  • Familiarity with legal research tools and standard citation systems.

  • Experience with legal billing software, document management systems, and databases.

Preferred:

  • Paralegal certificate from an ABA-approved program.

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

Job Details:

  • Direct Hire

  • Salary: $80,000 - $100,000

  • Hybrid, Mon - Fri

  • This posting is a representative sample of the types of roles we typically place with our clients. Depending on the specific client, location, and role, the salary range is estimated to be $80,000 to $100,000 and benefits may include medical, dental, vision, and 401k plans.



Pay Details: $80,000.00 to $100,000.00 per year

Search managed by: Deavonnie Spadoni

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

Ref US_EN_27_872279_3092048

Paralegal

Legal & Compliance/Legal

LHH

$80,000.00 - $100,000.00 per Year

Portland, Oregon

Permanent

Legal

Legal & Compliance

LHH has partnered with a great firm who is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Estate Planning Paralegal to join thier team in Portland. This role supports attorneys in all aspects of estate planning and probate administration, requiring strong organizational skills, legal knowledge, and client service experience.

Key Responsibilities

  • Draft and prepare legal documents including correspondence, pleadings, court forms, tax returns, asset spreadsheets, and estate accountings.

  • Conduct legal research and locate documents, data, and records as needed.

  • Organize, review, and maintain client files and electronic records.

  • Serve as a point of contact for clients, maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.

  • Assist attorneys with client meetings and case preparation.

Skills & Competencies

  • Strong knowledge of federal estate and gift tax returns, Oregon and Washington estate laws, and estate planning agreements.

  • Excellent grammar, proofreading, and document formatting skills.

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint), Adobe, and legal document formatting tools.

  • Ability to prioritize tasks, manage time effectively, and maintain attention to detail.

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.

  • Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities, especially in legal and technical contexts.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

  • 3+ years of paralegal experience in a law firm, court, or corporate legal department.

  • Familiarity with legal research tools and standard citation systems.

  • Experience with legal billing software, document management systems, and databases.

Preferred:

  • Paralegal certificate from an ABA-approved program.

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

Job Details:

  • Direct Hire

  • Salary: $80,000 - $100,000

  • Hybrid, Mon - Fri

  • This posting is a representative sample of the types of roles we typically place with our clients. Depending on the specific client, location, and role, the salary range is estimated to be $80,000 to $100,000 and benefits may include medical, dental, vision, and 401k plans.



Pay Details: $80,000.00 to $100,000.00 per year

Search managed by: Deavonnie Spadoni

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

Ref US_EN_27_872279_3092048
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