Senior Paralegal

Senior Paralegal

Seeking a Senior Paralegal with 10+ years of experience in California probate and trust administration, strong knowledge of estate administration and legal filings, excellent case management skills, and outstanding organizational and communication abilities.

Our client is seeking a Probate & Trust Administration Paralegal with substantial California estate administration experience to support its boutique practice focused on probate, trusts, estate planning, and conservatorships.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage California probate and trust administration matters from initiation through final distribution.
• Prepare petitions, Judicial Council forms, pleadings, notices, inventories, deeds, transfer documents, and distribution documents.
• Coordinate estate and trust asset collection, valuation, transfer, and distribution.
• Communicate with clients, beneficiaries, financial institutions, title companies, accountants, and court personnel.
• Track deadlines, maintain case files, and ensure efficient case progression.
• Work closely with attorneys on legal research, case preparation, and client service.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of California probate and trust administration experience.
• Ability to independently manage files with attorney oversight.
• Strong organization, time management, written and verbal communication, and attention to detail.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal practice management software.
• California conservatorship experience preferred.

Compensation & Benefits

• 401(k)
• Health and dental insurance
• Paid time off