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Immediate need for an experienced Estate Planning Paralegal to support a boutique Petaluma law firm during a maternity leave, with paid training overlap in April. This position will begin part-time in early April to train alongside the current paralegal, with hours increasing in May. While there is a preference for full-time (40 hours per week) during the leave, the firm is open to candidates seeking part-time or reduced full-time schedules (approximately 24–30 hours per week). This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced estate planning paralegal who enjoys working closely with clients and supporting attorneys in a collaborative, community-focused law firm environment.
Job Responsibility:
Draft estate planning documents including revocable and irrevocable trusts, wills, durable powers of attorney, advance health care directives, and HIPAA authorizations
Prepare supporting documents such as grant deeds, beneficiary change forms, claims forms, assessor documents, and trust funding documentation
Assist with trust funding by coordinating with financial institutions and advisors
Conduct client interviews and provide updates regarding estate planning matters
Prepare estate planning document packages and coordinate client signing appointments
Maintain organized case files and track tasks to ensure matters progress efficiently
Schedule client meetings, calls, and signing appointments
Provide occasional front office coverage and assist with administrative tasks such as filing, scanning, and document preparation
Requirements:
Minimum 2+ years of experience as an Estate Planning Paralegal
Experience drafting common estate planning documents and assisting with trust funding
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities in a client-facing environment
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
Comfortable working with Apple/Mac operating systems and standard office equipment
Ability to work onsite in Petaluma, CA
Nice to have:
Experience with Clio case management software
Familiarity with legal drafting software used in estate planning practices
Active Notary Public Commission
What we offer:
medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance