Paralegal

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Temple (TX); On-site; USD 23,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)

4-day work week

Paid vacation

Bonus opportunities

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals is recruiting for a Paralegal at a prestigious law firm in Texas. The position focuses on probate, estate planning, taxation, and real estate practice with a strong emphasis on real estate transactions and entity formation.

The role offers a temp-to-hire pathway, standard 8:00 AM–5:00 PM hours, and a supportive, team-oriented environment working closely with three attorneys and a small staff.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of paralegal experience
• Experience in estate planning, entity formation, and/or real estate law
• Knowledge of Texas filing requirements preferred

Responsibilities

• Prepare estate planning documents (wills, trusts, probate filings)
• Form LLCs, corporations, and nonprofit entities
• Draft and review real estate documents (Lady Bird Deeds, Warranty Deeds, Promissory Notes)
• Research legal issues related to client matters
• Maintain organized client files and documentation
• Communicate with clients and respond to inquiries
• Assist attorneys with special projects
• Support front desk during busy seasons

Skills

Paralegal experience

Estate planning

Entity formation

Real estate law

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Time management

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

PARALEGAL OPPORTUNITY | TEMP-TO-HIRE

Express Employment Professionals is hiring on behalf of a prestigious, well-established law firm seeking an experienced Paralegal to join their probate, estate planning, taxation, and real estate practice.

Pay: $17-$25/hour
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Type: Temp-to-Hire

This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented legal professional who has experience with real estate transactions and entity formation. The firm offers a family-oriented culture, outstanding employee retention, and a collaborative environment where you'll work closely with three attorneys and a small, dedicated team.

What You'll Do

• Prepare estate planning documents, including wills, trusts, probate filings, and related legal documents
• Form LLCs, corporations, and nonprofit entities
• Draft and review real estate documents, including
  • Lady Bird Deeds
  • Warranty Deeds
  • Promissory Notes
• Research legal issues related to client matters
• Maintain organized client files and documentation
• Communicate with clients and respond to general inquiries
• Assist attorneys with special projects as needed
• Support front desk and reception duties during busy seasons

What We're Looking For

• Minimum of 3 years of paralegal experience
• Experience in estate planning, entity formation, and/or real estate law
• Knowledge of Texas filing requirements and procedures preferred
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent organization, time management, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Willingness to work additional hours during peak periods

Seasonal Schedule Information

The schedule is generally very consistent with standard office hours of 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday. Since tax services account for a significant portion of the firm's business, all administrative staff assist during tax season.

From January through April 15th, employees will work 9 Saturdays, with most Saturdays being half-days and two full Saturdays occurring in April. Overtime is uncommon outside of these seasonal requirements.

Benefits Upon Permanent Hire

• Competitive salary
• Bonus opportunities
• Health insurance
• 401(k)
• 4-day work week during non-peak season
• Paid vacation
• Approximately 16 holidays per year
• Business casual work environment

If you're an experienced paralegal with a background in real estate transactions, entity formation, and estate planning, we'd love to hear from you!