Legal Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Estate Planning & Probate Legal Assistant/Paralegal to join our legal team. The ideal candidate will have at least two years of experience in estate planning, probate, and guardianship/conservatorship matters. This role requires excellent organizational skills, strong writing abilities, and a proven ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

• Draft and prepare a variety of legal documents, including trusts, wills, powers of attorney, and probate petitions for decedent's estates, guardianships, and conservatorships.

• Manage attorney calendars and case deadlines, ensuring all court filings and appointments are timely.

• Prepare files for all court hearings and motions.

• Conduct legal research and assist with document review.

• Open and maintain client files, ensuring all documents are accurately organized.

• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and court staff.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a paralegal or legal assistant in estate planning, probate, and guardianship/conservatorship.

• Proficiency with legal case management software and Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel.

• Strong writing, proofreading, and organizational skills.

• Ability to manage a high volume of cases and deadlines with excellent attention to detail.

• Familiarity with litigation processes is a plus.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.