*Preferred experience but not limited to:*
Candidate must have experience as an Estate Planning, and Probate Legal Assistant.
Such experience should include drafting preliminary drafts of Wills, Statutory Durable Powers of Attorneys, Medical Powers of Attorney, Lady Bird Deeds, and preparing documents in relation to administrations of probate estates.
Additionally, such experience should include managing probate litigation files both uncontested and contested, including pleadings, motions, briefs index, and discovery binders.
Ideally, the Candidate should have experience with preparing initial drafts of Inventories and Accountings.
Candidate must have knowledge of electronic e-filing in state court.
Although not required, Candidates that also have experience with general real estate law practice would be ideal including property owners’ associations and debt collection practices.
*Required skills but not limited to:*
Candidate must be detail-oriented, with precise drafting skills.
Candidate must also be proficient in email software (Outlook), spreadsheet software (Excel), and word processing software (M/S Word).
Must have the ability to work independently and in a team environment.
*Education:* Associate degree or equivalent (Required)
*Experience: *a minimum of 3 years’ experience/education as a Trust and Estate Litigation Legal Assistant
*Language:* English & Spanish (Preferred)
*Work Location:* In person position
Candidate must maintain client confidentiality as he or she communicates professionally with clients, internal and external attorneys, internal staff, and courts via email or phone calls.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $19.
00 - $22.
00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
* 401(k)
* Dental insurance
* Disability insurance
* Free parking
* Health insurance
* Life insurance
* Paid time off
* Profit sharing
* Vision insurance
Schedule:
* 8 hour shift
* Monday to Friday
Travel requirement:
* No travel
Experience:
* Trust and Estate Litigation Legal Assistant: 3 years (Required)
Work Location: In person