Paralegal – Estate Planning and Probate

Job overview

The Paralegal – Estate Planning and Probate role is based in Houston, TX, with a hybrid option of 1–2 remote days. The annual pay range is $40,000–$80,000, with a billable-hour bonus plan that may add earnings. The Law Office of Bryan Fagan practices family law, estate planning and probate, and criminal defense. The paralegal supports attorneys and clients across estate planning, probate, guardianship, wills, and trust matters by preparing legal documents, managing case files and deadlines, coordinating filings and appointments, and assisting with research and case strategy.

What you'll do

• Support attorneys in estate planning, probate, guardianship, wills, and trust matters
• draft and proofread court documents
• organize and summarize discovery
• file documents and track deadlines
• maintain case calendars and files
• prepare hearing materials
• communicate with clients, courts, and opposing counsel
• coordinate document-signing appointments
• conduct legal research and factual investigation.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

paralegal

estate planning

probate

houston tx

hybrid

1–2 remote days

wills and trusts

guardianship

case calendars

legal research

$40k–$80k

billable-hour bonus

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• The posting lists a billable-hour bonus plan, medical coverage with a $600 monthly company contribution, dental, vision, disability and voluntary life insurance, and a 401(k) with a 5% match.

Why this role

The posting requires at least 2 years of Texas estate planning or probate experience and offers 1–2 remote workdays.

About the employer

Law Office of Bryan Fagan is hiring for this role. Industry: Offices of Lawyers. Sector: 54.