Paralegal, Estate Administration

Brown | Streza; Irvine (CA); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wealth benefits

Hybrid work model

38-hour workweek

Job summary

Brown & Streza in Irvine, CA is seeking a detail-oriented paralegal for our Estate Administration team. The firm has served high-net-worth families, closely held businesses, and charitable organizations for decades, and was honored as a 2025 Top Workplace and 2026 Best Place to Work.

The ideal candidate will deliver exceptional client service, manage deadlines, and maintain meticulous files in a fast-paced legal environment.

Qualifications

• Two years of paralegal experience.
• Experience in estate administration or estate planning.
• ABA-approved paralegal certificate or attorney attestation.
• Strong follow-up and follow-through skills.
• Excellent organizational, time management and proofreading abilities.
• High accuracy with detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Windows.

Responsibilities

• Meet with attorneys and clients to discuss assigned matters or projects.
• Support attorneys in preparing for court appearances and client meetings.
• Liaise with financial advisors and third parties to obtain necessary documentation.
• Prepare court petitions and related judicial documents.
• Communicate with courts.
• Submit court filings and deed recordings.
• Track and calendar court hearing dates, filing deadlines, and administrative timelines.
• Prepare subtrust funding documents, including trust allocation statements and deeds.
• Coordinate the transfer and re-titling of assets, including real property, financial accounts, and business interests.
• Maintain and manage estate administration matters and files.

Skills

Customer service

Time management

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Proofreading

Microsoft Office

Education

ABA-approved paralegal certificate or attorney attestation

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Windows OS

Job description

Join an Award-Winning Team

38-hour Workweek | Half Day Every Friday

Compensation: $65,000 – $85,000 (commensurate with experience, and qualifications)

For over five decades, Brown & Streza has been a trusted Orange County law firm serving high‑net‑worth families, closely held businesses, and charitable organizations in sophisticated practice areas such as estate planning, business planning, complex income tax, mergers and acquisitions, and the charitable sector.

We are honored to have been named a 2025 Top Workplace by the Orange County Register and a 2026 Best Place to Work by the OC Business Journal , distinctions based on confidential employee feedback.

We are currently seeking a detail-oriented Paralegal to work in our Estate Administration team. This role requires exceptional customer service skills, strong time management abilities, and meticulous attention to detail. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced legal environment, handle competing priorities with professionalism, and contribute to the efficient operation of the department.

If you value precision, enjoy engaging with clients, and are eager to grow your career in a firm that prioritizes professional development and invests in its people, we'd love to meet you.

What You'll Do

• Meet with attorneys and clients to discuss assigned matters or projects
• Support attorneys in preparing for court appearances and client meetings
• Liaise with financial advisors and third parties to obtain necessary documentation
• Prepare court petitions and related judicial documents
• Communicate with courts
• Submit court filings and deed recordings
• Track and calendar court hearing dates, filing deadlines, and administrative timelines
• Prepare subtrust funding documents, including trust allocation statements and deeds
• Coordinate the transfer and re-titling of assets, including real property, financial accounts, and business interests
• Maintain and manage estate administration matters and files

Required

What You’ll Bring

• Minimum of two years of paralegal experience
• Experience in estate administration or estate planning
• Current ABA‑approved paralegal certificate, or attorney attestation
• Strong follow‑up and follow‑through skills
• Excellent organizational, time management, and proofreading abilities
• High level of accuracy with exceptional attention to detail
• Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite and Windows environment

What We Offer

Health & Wealth

• Five medical plans — three with an employer-funded HSA
• Dental and vision coverage
• 401(k) with significant employer matching
• Employer-paid life and disability coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Access to additional supplemental insurance plans

Time & Flexibility

• 38‑hour workweek with a half day on Fridays
• Hybrid work schedule (after successfully completing 90 days of employment)
• Eleven paid holidays annually

Culture & Community

• Professional development opportunities through Brown & Streza Academy , including CLE courses and ongoing learning resources to help you grow and succeed
• Recognized as a 2025 Top Workplace by the Orange County Register
• Named a 2026 Best Place to Work by the OC Business Journal
• “Raving Fan” service culture grounded in seven core values
• Weekly team lunches and monthly birthday celebrations
• Firm‑sponsored events (e.g., Administrative Professionals Day, Summer Party, Harvest Luncheon, Holiday Party)
• Employee recognition program and in‑office massage offerings

Your Day-to-Day (Irvine office)

• Newly remodeled office space with state‑of‑the‑art technology
• Newly remodeled on‑site gym, complimentary for employee use
• Courtyard, lounge, and café within the office complex
• Convenient on‑site services, including dry cleaning, auto detailing, and car wash
• Complimentary snacks and refreshments
• Catered lunch provided every Tuesday

Equal Opportunity Statement

Brown & Streza, LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, pregnancy‑related conditions, and lactation), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances.