Paralegal

Job Summary We are seeking a detail-oriented Paralegal for a direct hire opportunity in Glendale, CA within a real estate and property management environment. This Paralegal role focuses on property ownership transfers, legal document preparation, customer guidance, and compliance with California laws and internal procedures. This is an excellent opportunity for a legal professional who enjoys combining paralegal work, client communication, research, documentation, and problem-solving. The role offers the chance to support families through important ownership transfer matters while working with internal departments, legal teams, and operational leadership in a stable, service-focused environment. The ideal candidate is organized, compassionate, accurate, and comfortable handling sensitive family and property matters with professionalism. This onsite position is well suited for someone who values teamwork, supportive leadership, clear processes, and meaningful work that directly assists families and internal business partners. Key Responsibilities Explain the property transfer process to owners, family members, and other involved parties by phone, email, and in person. Research ownership records, identify current property owners, and gather legal details needed to initiate transfers of ownership. Prepare, review, and process legal documents such as affidavits, name changes, transfer agreements, certifications, and related forms. Construct family trees and analyze heirship information to identify heirs-at-law for deceased property owners. Enter, verify, and maintain accurate transfer data in internal record systems while meeting strict timelines. Coordinate with legal, memorial counseling, and internal departments to review documents, resolve issues, and support compliant transfer completion. Compensation and Benefits Salary range: $83,200 to $97,760 per year. Direct hire opportunity. 100% onsite position in Glendale, CA. Rotational weekends may be required, typically about once per month, including both Saturday and Sunday. Rotating holidays may be required. Some travel to other local properties may be required, with mileage expense reimbursement. Required Qualifications and Skills Manage property ownership transfer files from intake through completion. Prepare, review, and organize legal documents related to ownership transfers. Research property ownership, heirship, family relationships, and supporting legal documentation. Communicate with families, owners, attorneys, and internal departments to resolve transfer-related questions and issues. Minimum of 1 to 3 years of paralegal or related legal experience. Paralegal Certificate from an ABA-approved institution is required. High school diploma or GED is required. Four-year degree is preferred but not required. Experience with estate planning, probate, real estate transactions, or property transfer matters is strongly relevant. Valid California driver’s license and state-required active auto insurance are required. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint. Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to explain legal and procedural information clearly. Excellent customer service skills and the ability to handle sensitive family matters with care and professionalism. Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to meet deadlines. Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment. Must be able to pass a clerical assessment before the first interview. Must be able to pass a logical reasoning and skills assessment covering grammar, spelling, customer service, and typing with a required passing percentile. Preferred Qualifications Estate planning and probate experience. Real estate property transaction experience. Notary Public commission. Bilingual Spanish skills. Experience preparing or reviewing living wills, trust certifications, trusts, powers of attorney, certified court orders, advance health care directives, or similar legal documents. Equal Opportunity Employer / Disabled / Protected Veterans The Know Your Rights poster is available here: The pay transparency policy is available here: For temporary assignments lasting 13 weeks or longer, AppleOne is pleased to offer major medical, dental, vision, 401k and any statutory sick pay where required. We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact your staffing representative who will reach out to our HR team. AppleOne participates in the E-Verify program in certain location as required by law. Learn more about the E-Verify program. 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