Portland, OR
Paralegal - Trusts | Estate Planning
If you thrive in a detail-oriented environment, and enjoy drafting complex trusts and estate planning documents, let’s connect! Join a collaborative, professional team where your precision and organization make a real difference for clients and attorneys alike.
LOCATION: Portland, OR – in office role
SALARY: $33-38/hr. DOE
SCHEDULE: Full-time | Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm | 6-8 months’ duration
Background check required upon offer
WHY YOU’LL LOVE THIS ROLE
Join a respected, collaborative estate and wealth planning team with a clear focus on excellence and precision.
Leverage your estate planning expertise in a structured, document-focused role with defined responsibilities and support.
Contribute to meaningful legal work while enjoying administrative support, clear standards, and a healthy work/life balance.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Draft, revise, and finalize estate planning documents including wills, trusts, powers of attorney, directives, and related agreements.
Prepare supporting materials such as reciprocal documents, trust funding paperwork, and client-facing summaries.
Track and report billable hours toward a 1,200-hour annual goal, with administrative support from the team.
Collaborate with attorneys, clients, and advisors to gather information, provide updates, and ensure accurate final deliverables.
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
3+ years of trusts | estate planning experience, with a solid grasp of how documents interconnect within an overall plan.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat (or similar), and DocuSign, with strong tech-savviness and document management skills.
Meticulous attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities independently in a deadline-driven environment.
Current Oregon Notary Public commission (or willingness to obtain).
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
This role is based in a professional office environment and requires prolonged periods of sitting, computer use, and document handling. Occasional movement within the office and attendance at in-person client signings are also part of the role.
DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION STATEMENT
We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that welcomes diverse candidates. All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of background, identity, or status.
This position is offered through the Legal Northwest Branch of NW Staffing Resources. When applying through nwstaffing.com, please click “Apply Here” and select the Legal Northwest Branch for immediate consideration. Or contact our office directly at 503.242.2514 to speak with a Recruiter.
Job ID# 139601
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