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Robet Half Legal is partnering with an established boutique firm based in San Diego specializing in probate litigation, estate planning, and elder law. The firm is seeking an experienced Probate Paralegal to support the managing partner on a remote, contract-to-hire basis.
Job Responsibility:
Prepare, file, and manage California Judicial Council forms and related pleadings
E-file/physical filing
coordinate service, publication, and courtesy copies per local rules.
Calendar hearings, track probate notes, and draft supplements to clear notes.
Liaise with court clerks, probate examiners, Probate Referees, banks, brokers, and title
Utilize Clio for case management and tracking.
Serve as a primary client contact to gather intake information, assets/liabilities, account statements, deeds, and beneficiary data.
Set expectations on timelines and next steps
document all communications in the case file.
Prepare attorney for hearings/meetings with concise status memos and checklists.
Requirements:
5+ years’ recent experience in California probate and trust administration at a law firm
Demonstrated proficiency with Judicial Council probate forms and local court practices.
Strong client-facing communication skills—clear, empathetic, and professional.
Solid understanding of California Probate Code timelines, notice requirements, and local rules.
High accuracy in drafting, cite/form checking, calendaring, and task follow-through.
Proficiency with Clio, court e-filing portals, and MS Office/Google Workspace
What we offer:
medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance