Temp Trust and Estates Paralegal

LHH

Los Angeles, CA

Temp/Tempt to Hire Trust & Estates Paralegal

Pay Rate: $35–$45 per hour DOE

Location: Downtown Los Angeles, CA

Job Type: Contract-to-Hire, Onsite, Full-Time

LHH is working with a national law firm seeking an experienced Trust & Estates Paralegal on a contract-to-hire basis to support a busy estate planning and administration practice in Downtown Los Angeles. This role is ideal for a highly organized paralegal who is comfortable interacting with clients and managing a diverse workload across estate planning, trust administration, probate, and transactional matters. There is strong potential for conversion to a permanent position based on performance and business need.

Responsibilities

Assist with estate planning and trust administration, including document preparation, client communication, and matter organization
Draft estate planning documents, trust funding materials, and related transactional filings
Prepare real estate transfer documents, including deeds and recordation materials
Assist with probate petitions, pleadings, and court filings
Compile financial information and supporting documentation for estate tax returns
Form and maintain business entities, including LLCs and nonprofit organizations
Participate in client meetings, gather required information, and provide status updates
Coordinate asset transfers, beneficiary changes, and communications with financial institutions
Provide general support to attorneys handling trust, estate, and probate matters

Qualifications

4+ years of Trust & Estates paralegal experience
Paralegal Certificate from an ABA-approved program
Experience with estate planning documents, probate filings, and trust administration
Strong written and verbal communication skills with a high level of client interaction
Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple matters and deadlines
Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with document management systems preferred

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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