Legal Assistant/Paralegal Estate Planning

Legal Assistant/Paralegal

An exciting opportunity is available in our Ontario, California office for an experienced legal assistant/paralegal with comprehensive estate planning knowledge and top-notch technical, communication and administrative skills. This position requires excellent technical, administrative, communication and organizational skills, attention to detail and the ability to work well independently and with others in a team oriented office environment. Only candidates with a minimum of 3 years of recent law firm experience will be considered.

Responsibilities:

• Assist attorneys with their daily activities
• Conduct research
• Assist with the drafting and reviewing of estate planning documents
• Monitor and ensure compliance with state and federal regulations
• Record and store client information

Qualifications:

• Must be an experienced Legal Secretary/Paralegal well versed in estate planning with 3+ years of experience
• Must have a stable background, preferably with small to mid-size law firms
• Familiarity with document management
• Familiarity with legal research
• Accounting knowledge is a plus
• Ability to prioritize and multitask
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Possess strong attention to detail and deadlines and excellent organizational and interpersonal skills
• A high degree of proficiency with Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel and document management systems strongly preferred.

Competitive salary commensurate with experience along with performance bonuses ($24–$40 per hour based on experience). Great benefit package including Health, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance, paid parking, paid time off, life balanced priority in a great working environment.