Estates and Trusts Planning Paralegal at Orion Placement

Position Estates and Trusts Planning Paralegal
Posted 06 Aug 2026
Expired 05 Sep 2026
Company Orion Placement
Location Annapolis | US
Job Type Full Time

Job Description:

Latest job information from Orion Placement for the position of Estates and Trusts Planning Paralegal. If the Estates and Trusts Planning Paralegal vacancy in Annapolis matches your qualifications, please submit your latest application or CV directly through the updated Jobkos job portal.

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Pay: $55,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

  • Step into a well-established, respected legal practice where your paralegal expertise will make a direct, meaningful impact for clients navigating some of life's most important decisions
  • Work alongside a highly experienced team of attorneys with over 80 years of combined legal knowledge who are invested in your professional growth
  • Enjoy a firm culture that values precision, client service, and collaboration — where your contributions are genuinely recognized
  • Enjoy a hybrid schedule with up to 2 days of remote work per week after your initial training period
  • Take advantage of a full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), life insurance, PTO, and paid holidays
  • Eligible for performance-based bonuses

Location: Based in Annapolis, Maryland, this is a hybrid role — you will build your foundation on-site during your initial training period, then transition to a schedule with up to 2 remote days per week. It is the best of both worlds: in-person collaboration with the flexibility to work from home.

Note: Candidates must have 2+ years of hands-on estate planning paralegal experience, specifically in document preparation and estate planning workflows. Applications without this background will not be considered.

About Us

We are a well-established, full-service law firm serving clients throughout Maryland and the Washington, D.C. area. Our practice spans estate planning, estate and trust administration, business law, real estate law, and general litigation. With deep roots in our community and a team that brings exceptional legal knowledge to every matter, we pride ourselves on delivering client-centered service with practical, results-driven strategies. We are a Confidential Employer.

Job Description

  • Draft, revise, proofread, and finalize estate planning documents including wills, revocable trusts, powers of attorney, advance health care directives, and related instruments under attorney supervision
  • Collect, organize, and summarize family, fiduciary, and asset information to support planning decisions
  • Prepare planning summaries, asset schedules, and beneficiary and titling information matrices for attorney review
  • Coordinate client meetings, including scheduling witnesses and notaries for estate plan signing ceremonies
  • Track execution status, organize original documents and electronic closing sets, and maintain the firm's document management system with precision
  • Draft professional client correspondence and follow-up communications related to planning deliverables
  • Liaise with clients and third-party professionals to gather information needed to move matters forward
  • Maintain calendars, task lists, and internal checklists to keep all planning matters on track and on time
  • Coordinate deed recording and related real property titling tasks
  • Record billable time daily and represent the firm with professionalism, integrity, and discretion at all times

Qualifications

  • Paralegal certificate and/or equivalent professional experience
  • 2+ years of estate planning paralegal experience with a focus on document preparation and planning workflows (required)
  • Strong proficiency in Microsoft Word, including formatting, styles, and redlining, as well as PDF tools
  • Excellent proofreading skills, exceptional attention to detail, and strong organizational instincts
  • Professional, client-service-oriented communication style with the ability to handle sensitive information with absolute discretion
  • Ability to manage multiple active matters and competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment
  • Experience with estate planning drafting or document automation software (WealthCounsel a plus) and practice management platforms (Clio a plus)
  • Notary commission or willingness to obtain one preferred
  • Experience coordinating signing ceremonies and execution formalities a plus

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Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance

Job Info:

  • Company: Orion Placement
  • Position: Estates and Trusts Planning Paralegal
  • Work Location: Annapolis
  • Country: US

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