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We are looking for an experienced Estate Planning Legal Secretary to join our team in Merced, California. In this role, you will provide comprehensive administrative support to attorneys specializing in estate planning, ensuring the smooth operation of daily activities. This position requires a high level of organization, attention to detail, and proficiency in legal processes and tools.
Job Responsibility:
Prepare and edit legal documents, including estate planning briefs, correspondence, and fiduciary-related materials
Manage e-filing processes for both federal and state courts, ensuring compliance with applicable court rules
Maintain and update attorney calendars, schedule meetings, and coordinate depositions
Handle expense reports, check requests, and other administrative tasks to support attorneys
Organize and maintain client files using document management systems such as NetDocs
Collaborate with attorneys to ensure timely submission of court filings and related paperwork
Assist in preparing trust and estate-related documentation with high accuracy
Coordinate with clients and team members to facilitate smooth communication and document exchange
Prioritize tasks effectively to ensure deadlines are consistently met in a fast-paced environment
Support attorneys with dictation and transcription tasks as needed
Requirements:
Minimum of 5 years of experience as a legal secretary, preferably in estate planning or litigation
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word for creating and editing legal documents
Strong knowledge of federal and state court rules and e-filing procedures
Experience with document management systems such as NetDocs is highly desirable
Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
Strong attention to detail and accuracy in preparing legal documents
Effective communication skills for interacting with attorneys, clients, and team members
Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented, fast-paced environment
What we offer:
medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance