Probate and Trust Administration Paralegal — Hybrid

Job overview

The Probate and Trust Administration Paralegal role is hybrid in Portland, OR, with full-time office attendance during the first 30 days of training and at least three days per week in the office afterward. Starting salary is $75,000 per year, plus bonuses. The role supports a boutique estate-planning law firm providing personalized legal guidance to families and couples. The paralegal manages probate and trust matters, keeps cases moving through deadlines and documentation, and guides clients through important legal processes. Organized casework, clear communication, and collaboration with attorneys help clients navigate complex transitions with confidence.

What you'll do

• Coordinate probate and trust cases, track deadlines, prepare documents, and guide matters through each stage
• answer routine client questions and explain next steps
• set expectations for timelines and documentation
• manage a caseload and follow up promptly
• maintain organized files and correspondence
• collaborate with attorneys and colleagues
• record approximately 1,500 annual hours of client-related work.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

probate and trust administration paralegal

estate planning

probate

trust administration

hybrid

portland or

$75,000 per year plus bonuses

client case management

legal documents

1,500 annual client hours

summer fridays

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical insurance, 401(k) with employer match after one year, paid time off, quarterly bonuses, summer Fridays, and provided laptop and second monitor.

Why this role

The hybrid schedule follows 30 days of full-time in-office training, then at least three days per week in the Portland office. The posting also lists summer Friday hours of 8:00 a.m. to noon between Memorial Day and Labor Day.

About the employer

Hiring & Empowering Solutions is hiring for this role. Industry: Offices of Lawyers. Sector: 54.