Legal Assistant- Trust and Estates (Encino)

$23 - $43 per hour

LHH US

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 offersthe 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.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to Candidate Privacy Information Statement
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
To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to
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
Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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