LHH · 4 hours ago
Paralegal
Bellevue, WA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$85K/yr - $115K/yr
7+ years expLHH is partnering with a Bellevue law firm to hire an experienced Estate Planning Paralegal. This role supports attorneys in delivering comprehensive estate planning services, including drafting wills, trusts, and related documents, while assisting with probate and tax-related matters.
Human Resources
Hiring Manager
Ariel Dunlap
Responsibilities
Draft estate planning documents, including wills, DPOAs, healthcare directives, trust certifications, revocable and irrevocable trusts, and ancillary documents
Prepare client meeting materials and signing packets; assist with execution logistics
Draft correspondence, memoranda, accountings, pleadings, and probate court forms
Assist with trust administration, probate filings, and preparation of estate and gift tax returns
Conduct document review and maintain organized electronic and physical files
Serve as a professional, confidential point of contact for clients and third parties
Support attorneys with scheduling, meeting prep, and deadline management
Perform basic legal research and manage documentation across platforms
Qualification
Required
7+ years of paralegal experience, ideally focused on estate planning or trusts & estates
Demonstrated experience drafting estate planning documents (wills, trusts, POAs, etc.)
Strong knowledge of Washington probate and estate tax laws and procedures
Exceptional drafting, proofreading, and document formatting skills
Ability to manage a drafting-heavy workload with accuracy and efficiency
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Acrobat; familiarity with legal document management systems
Strong written and verbal communication skills with a client-focused, professional demeanor
High degree of discretion, sound judgment, and ability to manage confidential information
Preferred
Experience supporting probate and trust administration preferred
Bachelor's degree or paralegal certificate preferred
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance (95% employer-paid for employee coverage)
Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance
401(k) with up to 10% firm contribution/profit-sharing match
Paid Time Off accrued up to 128 hours (16 days) per year, plus 10 paid holidays (prorated based on hire date)
Paid Sick Leave in accordance with state law
Paid Parental Leave (up to 6 weeks)
Health Savings Account with $150 quarterly employer contribution
Commuter benefits, including $14/month ORCA transit pass
Additional voluntary benefits such as pet insurance
Annual discretionary bonus based on company and individual performance
Company
LHH
At LHH, we believe work should be meaningful, fulfilling, and connected.
10001+ employees
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Dave Hilbig
President & CEO, OCM-LHH Utah, Wyoming
Ted Diven, MBA
CEO - OCM / Lee Hecht Harrison (ID, MT, NV)
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