Junior Paralegal

Description

Are you a new Paralegal with a passion for Trust and Estates practice areas, seeking to begin your career in a law firm? Do you possess strong attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and a keen desire for knowledge? If you answered yes, you might be the perfect fit for the Junior Paralegal position within our Newport Beach, CA team. This role provides prospects for professional growth within a nurturing work atmosphere, tailored for individuals aspiring to establish a lasting career.

Responsibilities
• Assist with estate planning, probate, and trust administration cases
• Prepare initial drafts of pleadings and estate planning binders
• Communicate with clients, courts, financial advisors, trustees, law firms, and other personnel
• File documents with the Court including e-filing, mail 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 special projects and general administrative duties, as needed

Qualifications
• Minimum of 1 year of experience working as a paralegal or legal assistant
• 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, organized with exceptional attention to detail
• Computer savvy, including proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel (knowledge of Actionstep is a plus!)
• Ability to work and be in the office (this is not a remote position)