We are a reputable legal document company specializing in the preparation of high-quality legal documents for individuals, businesses, and legal professionals. Our company prides itself on accuracy, efficiency, and providing professional support to meet the unique legal documentation needs of our clients. We are currently seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Certified Paralegal to join our team. This position can be part-time in-office or full-time in a hybrid work arrangement.

Position Overview: The Certified Paralegal will be responsible for preparing and managing legal documents, with a particular focus on electronic documentation. Ideal candidates will have proven experience with legal document software, understand legal terminology, and demonstrate a high level of professionalism in client interactions. Experience with Trusts and Estates documentation is highly valued. This position offers the opportunity to work in a collaborative, dynamic environment while supporting our mission to deliver top-quality document solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Document Preparation: Draft, review, and organize various legal documents, such as contracts, agreements, wills, trusts, and other legal forms, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and adherence to company standards.
• Electronic Document Management: Manage, file, and maintain electronic documents using company document management systems, ensuring all files are organized, current, and accessible.
• Client Support and Communication: Provide clear guidance and support to clients regarding document completion and compliance requirements, maintaining a professional and courteous demeanor.
• Research and Compliance: Conduct legal research as needed to ensure documents align with current laws and regulations, and adhere to industry standards.
• Administrative Coordination: Assist with administrative tasks related to document preparation, scheduling, tracking project timelines, and coordinating client communication.

Qualifications:

• Certification: Must be a Certified Paralegal (CP) with an accredited certification.
• Experience: Minimum of 2 years of paralegal experience, particularly in electronic document preparation and management.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in legal document management systems and electronic filing (e-filing).
• Application Experience: Must have hands-on experience with at least one of the following applications: CLIO, Westlaw, LexisNexis, Law Depot, Rocket Lawyer, or Fore Trust.
• Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy and attention to detail in all documentation tasks.
• Professional Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills, capable of providing professional and supportive client interactions.
• Confidentiality: Ability to handle sensitive legal information with discretion and professionalism.
• Flexibility: Available to work part-time in-office or full-time in a hybrid arrangement, with strong time-management skills to balance multiple tasks effectively.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience drafting documents for Trusts and Estates is preferred but not required.
• Familiarity with additional legal document software is advantageous.

Work Environment:

• Part-time, in-office or full-time, hybrid options available to accommodate both remote and in-office work.
• Professional office environment with potential for remote flexibility as required.

Compensation:

• Competitive hourly or salaried compensation, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $62,482.00 - $68,552.00 per year

Schedule:

 

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

 

Experience:

 

• Wills, trusts, & estate law: 1 year (Required)
• Westlaw: 1 year (Required)
• Lexis-Nexis: 1 year (Required)
• Legal drafting: 1 year (Required)
• Document management systems: 1 year (Required)

 

Ability to Relocate:

 

• La Quinta, CA 92253: Relocate before starting work (Required)

 

Work Location: Hybrid remote in La Quinta, CA 92253