Posted 14 days ago
Senior Paralegal (Trust and Estates)
AI Summary
Supports attorneys in trust and estates litigation by managing case files, drafting legal documents, preparing for hearings and trial, and leading a team of paralegals in a Southern California law firm.
About this role
Senior Paralegal - Trust and Estates Litigation
Career Consulting Partners is hiring for a nationally ranked Southern California law firm with a highly regarded Trusts & Estates Litigation practice. The firm needs a seasoned T&E Litigation Paralegal who is ready to lead. You'll report to a Partner with a substantial book of business and help guide another Paralegal on the team.
Responsibilities:
Support 2–3 attorneys on trust and will contests, breach of fiduciary duty claims, contested accountings, and related probate court matters.
Manage calendars, court deadlines, e-filing, and case files.
Draft petitions, objections, discovery, subpoenas, and declarations for attorney review.
Prepare for mediations, hearings, and trial, including exhibits, trial binders, and witness materials.
Lead, train, and review the work of another Paralegal.
Meet a billable expectation of 1,500 hours.
Qualifications:
10+ years of paralegal experience in T&E or probate litigation.
Strong knowledge of California probate court procedures.
Experience leading or training other paralegals or support staff.
Meets the paralegal requirements of California Business & Professions Code §6450.
Compensation
Total compensation of $100,000–$115,000, including bonuses, based on experience.
Location:
El Segundo, CA
Hybrid Work Schedule (3 days from home)
Why This Firm
A true leadership role, with supervisor and leadership training.
A consistent hybrid schedule.
Strong support staff, including a dedicated billing team, on-demand IT, and office services.
Full benefits, including medical, dental, and vision, HSA/FSA, disability and life insurance, an EAP, and a no-cost caregiver support program.
Please note that we at Career Consulting Partners will be sure to keep your information private. We will not submit you or your information to any firm without your consent. Once we have received your resume/application, we will reach out to you and review the firm(s) before we move forward.
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