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Legal Assistant

Orion Placement

Job Description

Job Description

Pay: $70,000.00 - $85,000.00 per hour

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

  • Support sophisticated trust and estate matters for high-net-worth clients in a polished, professional environment
  • Work directly with senior leadership and play a trusted, visible role on the legal team
  • Join a fast-growing, forward-thinking law firm culture that values collaboration, discretion, and excellence
  • Gain long-term stability with a full-time, on-site role and consistent schedule
  • Opportunity for performance-based bonuses and overtime eligibility

Location

San Diego, CA — This is a fully on-site role in a professional office setting, ideal for someone who thrives in a collaborative, in-person environment.

Note

This role requires a minimum of 3 years of legal support experience in a law firm; prior trust and estates experience is required.

About Us

We are a modern, full-service business law firm built by collaborators, problem-solvers, and trusted advisors. Our team supports clients ranging from entrepreneurs to large enterprises, always leading with professionalism, efficiency, and integrity. We value people who take ownership of their work and pride themselves on delivering exceptional client service. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

  • Provide high-level legal and administrative support to attorneys in the Trust and Estate Planning practice
  • Prepare, proofread, revise, and finalize estate planning documents and client correspondence
  • Coordinate client meetings, document signings, calendars, and follow-ups
  • Communicate professionally with clients, including high-net-worth individuals and families
  • Manage attorney calendars, travel arrangements, expenses, and executive-level support needs
  • Draft emails and correspondence for attorney review
  • Assist with billing follow-up and internal coordination
  • Maintain accurate matter files, client records, and firm systems
  • Handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion

Qualifications

  • 3+ years of legal assistant or legal administrative experience in a law firm
  • Experience supporting partners, senior attorneys, or executives
  • Strong client-facing communication skills and professional judgment
  • Excellent organization, proofreading, and multitasking abilities
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal document management systems
  • Trust and estate planning experience is required.

Why You Will Love Working Here

You will be trusted, valued, and supported in a firm culture that rewards initiative and professionalism. This is a place where your attention to detail matters, your contributions are visible, and your work directly impacts clients and attorneys alike. Growth, stability, and respect are core to how we operate.

JPC-1326

Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off

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