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Saul Ewing

Trust and Estate Paralegal

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$90K - $110K/yr

Coordinate probate court filings and recordings, including research and familiarity with local rules * Assist in Estate and Trust litigation matters to include document management, and preparing ...

JKZ LLP

Senior Paralegal - Trusts & Estates

San Francisco, CA · On-site +1

$57.69 - $72.11/hr

... assist attorneys with a voluminous caseload. This role requires a self-starter who is willing and ... Draft probate pleadings and Judicial Council forms (Petition for Probate, Duties & Liabilities ...

Robert Half

Estate Planning Attorney

Los Gatos, CA · On-site

$100K - $130K/yr

Prepare and submit pleadings, petitions, and supporting materials for probate proceedings in the ... file records. * Assist with trust and estate administration tasks by tracking required ...

Protouch Staffing

Paralegal

Encino, CA

$25 - $40/hr

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented Administrative Assistant or Paralegal to support a fast-paced probate, trust administration, and estate planning practice . This role is ideal for an organized ...

JKZ LLP

Senior Paralegal - Trusts & Estates

San Diego, CA · On-site

$50.77 - $63.46/hr

... assist attorneys with a voluminous caseload. This role requires a self-starter who is willing and ... Draft probate pleadings and Judicial Council forms (Petition for Probate, Duties & Liabilities ...

JKZ LLP

Senior Paralegal - Trusts & Estates

San Diego, CA · Hybrid

$50.77 - $63.46/hr

... assist attorneys with a voluminous caseload. This role requires a self-starter who is willing and ... Draft probate pleadings and Judicial Council forms (Petition for Probate, Duties & Liabilities ...

Keystone Law Group, P.C.

Associate Attorney

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$125K - $170K/yr

Make court appearances in the probate courts * Assist with probate administrations from initiation of proceedings to discharge of personal representative * Assist with conservatorship or guardianship ...

SEAN DE VORE INC

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Legal Assistant - Trust & Estate - Encino, CA

Encino, CA · On-site

$70K - $80K/yr

Legal Assistant Requirements and Qualifications * 2 years of previous experience in Estate Planning ... Must have Probate Court Filing experience * Computer literate in word processing, databases (ProLaw ...

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Legal Assistant- Trust and Estates (Encino)

LHH US

Los Angeles, CA

$23 - $43/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Retirement, PTO

Posted 20 days ago

Job description

Legal Assistant, Estate Planning | Established Regional Law Firm
LHH is assisting a respected regional law firm in its search for a Legal Assistant, Estate Planning to support its growing estate planning and trust administration practice. This position offers the opportunity to work closely with attorneys and paralegals on sophisticated estate planning matters while serving as a key resource for clients throughout the legal process.
The Role
The Legal Assistant will provide comprehensive support to multiple attorneys and assist with a broad range of estate planning, probate, and trust administration matters, including:
  • Drafting and revising estate planning documents and forms
  • Preparing probate, guardianship, and trust administration filings
  • Managing attorney calendars, appointments, and deadlines
  • Communicating regularly with clients via phone, email, and in person
  • Coordinating court filings and correspondence with court personnel
  • Assisting with legal research and information gathering for ongoing matters
  • Supporting hearing, mediation, and trial preparation
  • Recording deeds and maintaining organized client files and records
  • Handling general administrative and clerical responsibilities as needed
Opportunity
This role offers meaningful client interaction and the opportunity to build a long-term career within a well-established and collaborative legal team. Highlights include:
  • Direct exposure to attorneys and complex estate planning matters
  • A client-focused and team-oriented culture
  • Diverse responsibilities with significant ownership of administrative and legal support functions
  • Stability and long-term professional growth potential
  • A highly collaborative environment dedicated to exceptional client service
Compensation
Base Compensation:
$23.00 - $43.00 per hour
Benefits Snapshot
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Medical, dental, and health insurance
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
  • Paid time off
  • Supportive and professional work environment
Candidate Requirements
  • At least 2 years of experience supporting estate planning and post-death trust administration matters
  • Probate court filing experience
  • Strong legal research, organizational, and document management skills
  • Experience with Microsoft Outlook and legal case management systems
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound professional judgment
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Notary Public designation preferred
LHH is conducting a confidential search on behalf of our client. Qualified candidates interested in learning more about this opportunity are encouraged to apply. We welcome the opportunity to connect with professionals seeking a collaborative, client-focused legal support role and a thoughtful, business-aligned hiring process.
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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
Pay Details: $23.00 to $43.00 per hour
Search managed by: Crystal Villa
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Military connected talent encouraged to apply
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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
  • The California Fair Chance Act
  • Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
  • Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
  • San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
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