Seeking A Dynamic And Driven Paralegal To Join Our Boutique Law Firm In Newport Beach!!
Are you a Paralegal with a passion for Trust, Estates, and Special Needs law seeking career opportunities in a dynamic law firm environment? If you are detail-oriented, well-organized, collaborative, and eager to learn, you could be the perfect fit for the role of Junior Paralegal on our team! We offer a supportive work setting that fosters long-term career development. Here's why joining us is beneficial: • Ongoing professional development opportunities • Paid time off including vacation, sick days, and holidays • Comprehensive health and vision insurance coverage • 401k plan with employer matching (upon meeting eligibility criteria) Along with these benefits, we actively engage with the special needs community by offering volunteer opportunities year-round. Please be aware that this position is for full-time, in-office work in Newport Beach, CA. This is not a remote position. Responsibilities: • Assist with estate planning, trust administration, probate, and conservatorship cases • Prepare court hearing and client files, initial drafts of pleadings, and other court documents • Communicate with clients, courts, financial advisors, trustees, law firms, and other personnel • File documents with the Court, mail-serving documents, and scheduling court appearances • Assist with client meetings, including Estate Planning signing meetings • Maintain and monitor case progress, deadlines, and important timeframes/milestones • Document information in the law firm’s practice management system • Support the office with answering phones, special projects, and general administrative duties, as needed Qualifications: • Minimum of 6 months of experience working in a law firm • Paralegal Certification or qualify as a paralegal under California Business & Professions Code §6450 • Set priorities, manage your own workload, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced office environment • Excellent communicator and organized with exceptional attention to detail • Computer savvy, including proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel (knowledge of Actionstep is a plus!) • Reliable commute or will relocate prior to starting position Compensation: $22 - $27 hourly DOE
• Assist with estate planning, trust administration, probate, and conservatorship cases • Prepare court hearing and client files, initial drafts of pleadings, and other court documents • Communicate with clients, courts, financial advisors, trustees, law firms, and other personnel • File documents with the Court, mail-serving documents, and scheduling court appearances • Assist with client meetings, including Estate Planning signing meetings • Maintain and monitor case progress, deadlines, and important timeframes/milestones • Document information in the law firm’s practice management system • Support the office with answering phones, special projects, and general administrative duties, as needed