Probate Litigation Paralegal - Trial-Ready & Detail-Oriented

Professional Alternatives; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance employer paid

Paid time off and holidays

Retirement plan options

Opportunities for professional growth

Job summary

A leading recruiting agency is seeking a Probate Litigation Paralegal to support attorneys in contested probate matters in The Woodlands, Texas. The ideal candidate has 3–5 years of litigation experience, particularly in probate, along with strong organizational and communication skills. Responsibilities include drafting legal documents, managing the discovery process, and assisting in trials. The position offers competitive salary and benefits including health insurance, paid time off, and retirement options.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years of litigation paralegal experience, with probate litigation strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of Texas Rules of Civil Procedure and probate court processes.
• Experience with discovery, trial preparation, and case management.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys with all stages of probate litigation from case inception through trial.
• Draft and prepare legal documents including pleadings, motions, and discovery requests.
• Manage the discovery process including document production and organization.

Skills

Litigation procedures

Organizational skills

Excellent communication

Legal research

Education

Paralegal certificate or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Legal case management software

Job description

A leading recruiting agency is seeking a Probate Litigation Paralegal to support attorneys in contested probate matters in The Woodlands, Texas. The ideal candidate has 3–5 years of litigation experience, particularly in probate, along with strong organizational and communication skills. Responsibilities include drafting legal documents, managing the discovery process, and assisting in trials. The position offers competitive salary and benefits including health insurance, paid time off, and retirement options.