Paralegal

Paralegal Opportunity at Brown & StrezaJoin an award-winning team with a 38-hour workweek and half day every Friday. Compensation ranges from $65,000 to $85,000, based on experience and qualifications.For over five decades, Brown & Streza has been a trusted Orange County law firm serving high-net-worth families, closely held businesses, and charitable organizations in sophisticated practice areas such as estate planning, business planning, complex income tax, mergers and acquisitions, and the charitable sector.We are currently seeking a detail-oriented paralegal to work with one or more Estate Planning Attorneys in the Tax, Trusts, and Estates department. This role requires exceptional customer service skills, strong time management abilities, and meticulous attention to detail. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced legal environment, handle competing priorities with professionalism, and contribute to the efficient operation of the department.If you value precision, enjoy engaging with clients, and are eager to grow your career in a firm that prioritizes professional development and invests in its people, we'd love to meet you.What You'll DoAssist with the initial drafting of estate planning documentsFund trusts with client assetsMeet and communicate with clients and their professional advisorsPrepare deeds and related transfer documentsMaintain and manage client files and recordsWhat You'll BringRequired:Minimum of two years of paralegal work experienceCurrent ABA-approved paralegal certificate, or attorney attestationStrong follow-up and follow-through skillsExcellent organizational, time management, and proofreading abilitiesHigh level of accuracy with exceptional attention to detailProficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite and Windows environmentPreferred:Five or more years of experience as a paralegalExperience in estate planning, including drafting revocable living trusts and other foundational estate planning documentsFamiliarity with WealthDocs, NetDocuments, and LawBaseWhat We OfferHealth & Wealth:Five medical plans — three with an employer-funded HSADental and vision coverage401(k) with significant employer matchingEmployer-paid life and disability coverageEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Access to additional supplemental insurance plansTime & Flexibility:38-hour workweek with a half day on FridaysHybrid work schedule (after successfully completing 90 days of employment)Eleven paid holidays annuallyCulture & Community:Recognized as a 2025 Top Workplace by the Orange County RegisterNamed a 2026 Best Place to Work by the OC Business Journal"Raving Fan" service culture grounded in seven core valuesWeekly team lunches and monthly birthday celebrationsFirm-sponsored events (e.g., Administrative Professionals Day, Summer Party, Harvest Luncheon, Holiday Party)Employee recognition program and in-office massage offeringsYour Day-to-Day (Irvine office):Newly remodeled office space with state-of-the-art technologyNewly remodeled on-site gym, complimentary for employee useCourtyard, lounge, and café within the office complexConvenient on-site services, including dry cleaning, auto detailing, and car washComplimentary snacks and refreshmentsCatered lunch provided every TuesdayReady to grow your career at an award-winning firm?Apply through the link below — we carefully review every application and will follow up regarding next steps.Brown & Streza, LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, pregnancy-related conditions, and lactation), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances.