Legal Assistant

Trusts & Estates Legal AssistantA respected law firm located near the Houston Galleria is seeking an experienced Trusts & Estates Legal Assistant to support a busy practice handling high‑volume, high‑stakes estate planning and trust administration matters. This role is ideal for a detail‑oriented legal professional with recent and current trusts & estates experience who thrives in a fast‑paced environment and enjoys supporting multiple attorneys.Compensation & BenefitsSalary range: $60,000 – $75,000, DOEDiscretionary year‑end bonusPaid parkingFull benefits package, including medical and dental insurance 100% paid by the firmWhat You’ll DoProvide comprehensive administrative and legal support to multiple Trusts & Estates attorneysEdit, proofread, and prepare estate planning and probate‑related documentsAssist with pleadings, petitions, accountings, discovery, and court filingsManage attorney calendars, schedules, deadlines, timekeeping, and invoicingCoordinate and track probate court processes and filingsMaintain confidentiality while handling sensitive client and fiduciary mattersWhat We’re Looking For5+ years of experience as a Legal Assistant at a Texas Trusts & Estates law firm Substantial experience with estate planning documents, trust administration, and probate court proceduresWorking knowledge of pleadings, petitions, accountings, and discoveryAbility to manage a high‑volume workload while meeting strict deadlinesStrong written and verbal communication skillsHighly organized, detail‑oriented, and proactiveSkills & KnowledgeIn‑depth understanding of estate planning and trust administrationSkilled in drafting, filing, and managing court documents and deadlinesFamiliarity with local and state court systemsStrong legal research and writing abilitiesProficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPointExcellent time management and case‑tracking skillsIf you meet the requirements, please apply or contact me directly at