Certified Paralegal

Job Description

Our office work hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. We are a law office specializing in the practice areas of Probate, Estate, Wills & Trust Litigation, Conservatorships, and Business Litigation.

If you are a reliable individual who thrives in creating and maintaining an organized environment, we encourage you to apply for this position. Paralegal certification is required. If you do not have your paralegal certificate, we will consider you for the Legal Assistant position we have open.

Hourly rate dependent on experience: $20 - $40/hour.

Work Location: In person, Torrance, CA

Principals only. Recruiters, please don't contact this job poster.Compensation:

$20 - $40 hourly DOEResponsibilities:

The Paralegal will be working in person and full-time

Responsible for conducting legal research, preparing discovery requests and responses, Motions to Compel Discovery, as well as oppositions, preparing petitions and complaints, communicating with clients, drafting other legal documents, tracking time, and other tasks as assigned

A successful Paralegal will manage time wisely, have great writing and research skills, and will ask the attorneys questions when unsure about a task or other assignment

The Paralegal will work closely with both attorneys and clients, will be able to handle sensitive information, and will be committed to providing exceptional legal services

Each team member is expected to provide professional, efficient, and thoughtful support to the attorneys. Each team member should think critically and use common sense and problem-solving skills while maintaining a positive, professional attitude at work. In our work, we act as a cohesive team to reach common goals on the client's behalfQualifications:

Strong knowledge of law and legal document preparation

Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written

Ability to conduct thorough research and analysis

Experience with document review and management

Knowledge of legal software and databases

Strong attention to detail and accuracy

Efficient time management

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Bachelor's Degree preferred

Paralegal certification required

Experience working in estate, probate, family, and/or litigation is a plus

Typing speed of 65wpm+About Company

Wickers, Wickers & Admans LLP is a law firm established over 30 years ago in Torrance, CA. The father-daughter legal team provides high-quality professional legal services for clients. The firm appears in Los Angeles and Orange County courts, providing clients with individually tailored representation, with a focus on estate, probate, family, and business law.

Benefits Include:

401(k)

Health Insurance

Full-time