Trust & Probate Paralegal

Orionplacement; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

A respected law firm is seeking a Paralegal in Irvine, California, to work closely with attorneys on trust and probate matters. You will be responsible for drafting legal documents and managing case files while maintaining a high standard of professionalism. The ideal candidate should have over 2 years of paralegal experience, particularly in trust and probate, and be adept at communication and detail-oriented tasks. This full-time position offers a strong compensation package along with additional benefits like dental and vision insurance.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of paralegal experience in trust, probate, estate planning, or trust administration.
• Strong experience in drafting documents and managing probate or trust administration.
• Knowledge of California probate procedures and estate planning workflows.

Responsibilities

• Draft probate pleadings, trust administration documents, and related legal filings.
• Prepare basic estate planning documents, including wills, trusts, powers of attorney.
• File documents with California courts and manage deadlines.

Skills

Trust and probate experience

Drafting legal documents

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Paralegal certificate

Tools

Legal software

Document management systems

Job description

Pay: $85,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Join a respected, growth-oriented law firm where your trust, probate, and estate planning experience will be highly valued
• Work closely with attorneys on sophisticated matters involving probate, trust administration, estate planning, and client service
• Be part of a collaborative, high-accountability team that values responsiveness, professionalism, and doing what is best for the client
• Step into a visible role with meaningful responsibility and the opportunity to grow as the firm continues to expand
• Earn a strong compensation package in a stable, full-time position with long-term upside

Location: This role is currently on‑site in Irvine, California, offering the opportunity to work closely with attorneys and the broader legal team in a collaborative office environment.

Note: Must have trust and probate experience. California-based paralegal experience and estate planning exposure are strongly preferred.

About Us

We are a growing, full‑service law firm built around collaboration, responsiveness, and high‑quality client service. Our team values professionalism, accountability, and practical problem‑solving, and we take pride in delivering trusted counsel with efficiency and integrity. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

• Draft probate pleadings, trust administration documents, and related legal filings
• Prepare basic estate planning documents, including wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and related instruments
• Assist with trust funding, asset transfers, and estate administration tasks
• File documents with California courts and help manage deadlines, calendars, and case progress
• Communicate professionally with clients, financial institutions, government agencies, and other outside parties
• Maintain organized case files, matter documentation, and supporting records
• Support attorneys with day‑to‑day paralegal and legal administrative work across trust and probate matters
• Help keep matters moving efficiently in a fast‑paced, client‑focused legal environment

Qualifications

• 2+ years of paralegal experience in trust, probate, estate planning, or trust administration
• Strong experience drafting documents and managing probate or trust administration matters
• Knowledge of California probate procedures and estate planning workflows
• Paralegal certificate strongly preferred
• Experience with legal software and document management systemsStrong communication skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities
• Professionalism, discretion, and a client‑service mindset

Job Type: Full‑time

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance