Paralegal Estate Planning & Probate
Law Office of Bryan Fagan
$40,000 - $80,000 / year
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Description
The Paralegals at the Law Office of Bryan Fagan are an integral part of the law office team. They assist clients & attorneys throughout the litigation process. They are focused and passionate.
Company Culture:
Key Responsibilities
- Support attorneys in all phases of estate planning, probate, guardianship, wills, and trust matters.
- Draft, format, and proofread pleadings, motions, orders, and other court documents.
- Prepare and respond to discovery, including organizing, indexing, and summarizing documents.
- File documents with the appropriate courts (e-filing and in-person as needed) and ensure compliance with court rules and deadlines.
- Maintain and update case calendars, including hearings, deadlines, client meetings, and court appearances.
- Prepare trial and hearing binders, exhibits, witness lists, and related materials.
- Communicate with clients, courts, and opposing counsel in a professional and timely manner.
- Organize and maintain electronic and physical case files to ensure accuracy and accessibility.
- Coordinate signing appointments and assist with execution of estate planning documents.
- Perform legal research and factual investigation as needed to support case strategy.
- Collaborate closely with attorneys and other team members to move cases forward efficiently.
- Other duties as assigned to support the estate planning and probate practice.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
- Must have a minimum of 2+ years of estate planning/probate, experience in TX, 5+ years are most preferred.
- An Associate’s degree or Certificate in Paralegal Studies or a Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
- Excellent typing skills and computer literacy, including a solid understanding MS Office and or Google Suite applications.
- Proficiency on Clio and TxDoc OR similar software.
- Demonstrate proficiency to focus on details, handle multiple tasks, and remain highly organized.
- Excellent verbal/written communication and interpersonal skills.
- Professional demeanor and positive communicator.
Benefits
PERFECT PERKS for your PASSION:
- Competitive Pay: Pay ranges from $40K-$80K, plus we have an attractive billable hour bonus plan that is paid out every two weeks. Earn up to $35K more annually!
- Comprehensive Benefits: Medical ($600 monthly company contribution,) Dental, Vision, Disability and Voluntary Life Insurance and 401K with 5% match!
- Hybrid work environment: Enjoy 1-2 days remote work option.
- Less stress with a casual work environment.
- We work smart & play hard! We like to have FUN!
We recognize that diverse experiences, perspectives and backgrounds enable us to be an even stronger company and workplace. Not only will you be welcome here, your unique thoughts and opinions will be encouraged, celebrated and deeply valued.
Benefits
- PERFECT PERKS for your PASSION: Competitive Pay: Pay ranges from $40K-$80K, plus we have an attractive billable hour bonus plan that is paid out every two weeks. Earn up to $35K more annually! Comprehensive Benefits: Medical ($600 monthly company contribution,) Dental, Vision, Disability and Voluntary Life Insurance and 401K with 5% match! Hybrid work environment: Enjoy 1-2 days remote work option. Less stress with a casual work environment. We work smart & play hard! We like to have FUN! Equal Opportunity Statement: We recognize that diverse experiences, perspectives and backgrounds enable us to be an even stronger company and workplace. Not only will you be welcome here, your unique thoughts and opinions will be encouraged, celebrated and deeply valued.
About this role
The Law Office of Bryan Fagan is seeking an experienced Estate Planning & Probate Paralegal for its Houston locations, offering a hybrid arrangement with the stability of a 16-office Texas firm. This role centers on supporting attorneys through the full lifecycle of estate planning, probate, guardianship, and trust matters—from drafting and filing court documents to coordinating client signings, managing discovery, and maintaining case calendars. You'll handle document preparation, legal research, client communication, and file organization while working closely with attorneys to move cases forward.
The position calls for at least two years of estate planning and probate experience in Texas (five years preferred), along with a paralegal certificate, associate's degree, or related bachelor's degree. You'll need strong proficiency in MS Office or Google Suite, familiarity with case management software like Clio or TxDoc, and the ability to juggle multiple tasks with meticulous attention to detail. Excellent communication skills and a professional demeanor are essential.
Compensation ranges from $40,000 to $80,000 annually, with a billable hour bonus structure paid biweekly that can add up to $35,000 more per year. Benefits include medical coverage with a $600 monthly company contribution, dental and vision, disability insurance, voluntary life insurance, and a 401(k) with 5% match. The hybrid setup allows one to two days of remote work weekly in a casual, team-oriented environment.
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