Paralegal, Estate Planning, Probate

Law Office of Bryan Fagan

. Support attorneys in all phases of estate planning, probate, guardianship, wills, and trust matters .

Posted 10/5/2026full-timeAustin • Texas • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $40,000 - $80,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in estate planning and probate processes, including drafting legal documents, managing case files, and ensuring compliance with court rules. Proficient in legal research and effective communication with clients and legal professionals.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Estate Planning ExperienceProbate ExperienceLegal Document DraftingClio ProficiencyMS Office Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Legal ResearchDocument PreparationE-FilingCase ManagementDiscovery ResponsePleadings DraftingTrial PreparationIndexing DocumentsProofreadingOrganizing Case Files

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationInterpersonal SkillsDetail-OrientedOrganizational SkillsProfessional Demeanor

Tools & Technologies

ClioTxDocMS OfficeGoogle Suite

Certifications & Qualifications

Certificate in Paralegal StudiesAssociate’s DegreeBachelor’s Degree in Related Field

Industry Keywords

Estate PlanningProbateGuardianshipWillsTrust MattersCourt ComplianceDiscoveryCourt DocumentsClient MeetingsHearing Binders

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

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 appropriate courts through e-filing and in-person filing as needed
Ensure compliance with court rules and deadlines
Maintain case calendars covering 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
Organize and maintain electronic and physical case files
Coordinate signing appointments and assist with execution of estate planning documents
Perform legal research and factual investigation
Collaborate with attorneys and team members to move cases forward efficiently
Perform other duties supporting the estate planning and probate practice

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of 2+ years of estate planning/probate experience in Texas; 5+ years preferred
Associate’s degree or Certificate in Paralegal Studies, or Bachelor’s degree in a related field
Excellent typing skills and computer literacy
Solid understanding of MS Office and/or Google Suite applications
Proficiency in Clio and TxDoc or similar software
Ability to focus on details, handle multiple tasks, and remain highly organized
Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills
Professional demeanor and positive communication style

Benefits

Comp & perks

Billable hour bonus plan paid every two weeks, up to $35K more annually
Medical insurance with $600 monthly company contribution
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Disability insurance
Voluntary Life Insurance
401K with 5% match
Hybrid work environment with 1–2 days remote work option
Casual work environment
Work-life balance
Team-based environment
Industry-leading benefits