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Legal Document Assistant - Notary

Roseville, CA · On-site

$25 - $30/hr

Legal Document Asst - Living Trusts / Property Transfers / Business Filings (Roseville) Compensation: $25 - $30 Per Hour DOE - 16-24 Hrs. Per Week to Start. Leading to 32-40 Hours possible for the ...

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$18.65/hr

Legal Assistant Location: 3003 N Central Ave Phoenix, AZ 85012 Duration : 5+ months Pay Range: $18 ... Documentation * Legal Assistants review court documents in various counties in the State of Arizona ...

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Legal Document Clerk

Carlsbad, CA · On-site

$18 - $25/hr

The candidate will assist the firm's litigation department by providing high-volume support in preparation of many types of legal document. Legal Document Clerks support attorneys in the law firm by ...

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Legal Document Clerk

Carlsbad, CA · On-site

$18 - $25/hr

The candidate will assist the firm's litigation department by providing high-volume support in preparation of many types of legal document. Legal Document Clerks support attorneys in the law firm by ...

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Legal Document Assistant - Notary

Mt. Diablo Trust

Roseville, CA • On-site

$25 - $30/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 28 days ago

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Legal Document Asst - Living Trusts / Property Transfers / Business Filings (Roseville)

Compensation: $25 - $30 Per Hour DOE - 16-24 Hrs. Per Week to Start. Leading to 32-40 Hours possible for the right candidate.

Employment Type: Part-Time to Full Time

A busy LDA Legal Services office specializing in Living Trusts, Real Estate transactions, Corporate and Business filings, and Trust administration seeks a part-time, experienced Legal Document Assistant. This position is for someone who can qualify for or is already a licensed LDA. MUST CURRENTLY BE A NOTARY.

Requirements:

  • At least 2 years of legal office experience.
  • Coordinate client appointments and scheduling.
  • Strong computer skills with a good knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.
  • Positive and proactive approach to office management tasks.
  • Must possess strong writing, proofreading, editing, and communication skills.
  • Must work well with others (team player).
  • Notary Public.

Qualifications:

  • Proofread and help clients prepare documents for recording.
  • Manage and maintain client files.
  • Be professional, organized and detailed in your work.
  • Must have discretion and experience in handling sensitive documents.
  • Be willing to demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Ability to multi-task while keeping attention to detail.
  • Be professional when interacting with clients.

To apply, please submit a cover letter, resume, and references.

Education: Paralegal or Legal Document Assistant Classes, Paralegal or LDA Certification or Law Degree.
Experience: Paralegal or Legal Document Asst: 1-3 years of actual on the job experience.

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