Legal Staff Paralegal in Los Angeles, CA

Law Firm

Los Angeles, CA

Legal Staff Paralegal in Los Angeles, CA

Legal Staff

Min 5 yrs required

No

Job Title: Paralegal - Probate Controversies

Job Responsibilities:
The Probate Controversies Paralegal at the law firm is tasked with supporting attorneys in managing disputes related to trust, estate, and conservatorship litigation and administration matters. Key responsibilities include:

- Drafting probate court petitions, judicial council forms, and other related documents and correspondence such as applications, motions, pleadings, notices of hearing, discovery requests, deposition notices, and proofs of service.
- Filing documents with government agencies and courts, including applications/motions, petitions, and other related matters.
- Assisting with court proceedings by preparing exhibits, witness lists, trial binders, and setting up courtroom logistics.
- Performing legal research and summarizing findings for attorney review, particularly concerning pleadings, service, and requirements of California probate estates, trusts, and conservatorship/guardianship proceedings.
- Updating and maintaining calendars and departmental dockets with court filing deadlines.
- Working with applicable attorney services to orchestrate and complete court filings.
- Assisting with trust and estate administrations.
- Preparing communications to clients, third-party advisors, opposing counsel, and vendors.
- Coordinating and orchestrating requests for duplicating, word processing, messenger delivery, and special mailings.

Education and Experience Information:
- Bachelor’s degree required.
- Paralegal Certificate required.
- At least five (5) years of related work experience.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word).
- Knowledge of California probate court laws, procedures, and practices.
- Familiarity with docketing/calendaring software and procedures.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Ability to work under tight deadlines and prioritize responsibilities.
- Ability to work flexible and/or fluctuating hours.
- Ability to handle and maintain confidential information.
- Strong sense of teamwork and support; ability to build client trust.

Salary Information:
The position offers a competitive total rewards package with the opportunity to earn performance-based bonuses. The target hiring range is $66,000 - $160,000 annually. It is important to note that quoted salary ranges are not guarantees of what final salary offers may be. Base pay is determined by market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and geographic location. Base pay is only one part of the Total Rewards provided by the law firm, which also includes a discretionary bonus and a comprehensive benefits package for full-time positions.

Additional Information:
The law firm emphasizes a culture of belonging and individuality for both personal and professional development. The firm supports employees through various stages of life and career with competitive compensation, top benefits, award-winning professional development programs, and industry-leading wellness initiatives.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:
- The role requires the employee to sit, use hands, reach with hands and arms, stoop, talk, and hear.
- The employee must occasionally lift up to twenty (20) pounds.
- The work environment is a typical indoor office setting.

Disclaimer:
The job description provided is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals in this classification. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required for the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.