Paralegal/Legal Assistant

Job Overview
We are seeking a versatile, detail-oriented and motivated Paralegal/Legal Assistant to join our dynamic, Walnut Creek-based law firm specializing in estate planning, trust administration, probate, business law and civil matters. The ideal candidate will provide essential support in legal drafting, case management, and administrative tasks. This role involves working closely with attorneys to ensure smooth case progress and efficient office operations while delivering exceptional service to our clients.

Duties

• Conduct thorough legal research, including the use of Lexis-Nexis, to support case development and litigation efforts.
• Draft, proofread, and organize legal documents, including trusts, wills, powers of attorney, civil and probate pleadings, and contracts, ensuring accuracy and compliance with legal standards.
• File court documents, including e-filing and paper filings, and maintain a calendar of critical deadlines.
• Assist attorneys with reviewing contracts and preparing case summaries for consultations.
• Maintain consistent client communication, providing updates, answering inquiries, and gathering case information.
• Manage attorney schedules, coordinate meetings, and track deadlines for both legal and administrative matters.
• Organize and maintain physical and electronic client files in compliance with firm policies and procedures.
• Answer and screen phone calls, manage emails, and respond to routine client inquiries.
• Assist with billing processes, including time entry, invoicing, and payment tracking.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a paralegal or legal assistant is preferred; administrative experience in a professional office environment is a plus.
• Proficiency with legal research tools and software such as Lexis-Nexis, Microsoft Office Suite, and MyCase (or similar practice management software).
• Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with meticulous attention to detail in drafting and proofreading.
• Ability to manage client relationships with professionalism and discretion.
• Self-motivated and able to work both independently and collaboratively.

Why Join Us?

At The Jajeh Law Firm, we are not just offering a job—we’re inviting you to play a pivotal role in shaping the way we serve our clients. As a growing practice, we value fresh perspectives and encourage collaboration to improve our processes and procedures. Your ideas and initiative can help reinvent how we operate, allowing us to better meet client needs while fostering efficiency and innovation. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a supportive and forward-thinking team where your contributions will directly impact our growth and success.

To Apply:

If you are interested in joining an innovative and growing firm where your ideas and contributions can help shape our success, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity as a Paralegal/Legal Assistant.

Job Types: Part-time, Contract

Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour

Expected hours: 10 – 30 per week

Schedule:

• Choose your own hours

Application Question(s):

• Can you describe your experience with legal drafting and court filing processes, including any specific tools or systems you have used (e.g., MyCase, e-filing platforms)?
• Have you worked with clients before, including handling intake, scheduling meetings, and ongoing communication?
• How do you manage balancing paralegal duties with administrative responsibilities?
• What experience do you have with organizing and maintaining client files and records?

Application Question(s):

• Can you describe your experience with legal drafting and court filing processes, including any specific tools or systems you have used (e.g., MyCase, e-filing platforms)?
• Have you worked with clients before, including handling intake, scheduling meetings, and ongoing communication?
• How do you manage balancing paralegal duties with administrative responsibilities?
• What experience do you have with organizing and maintaining client files and records?

Application Question(s):

• Can you describe your experience with legal drafting and court filing processes, including any specific tools or systems you have used (e.g., MyCase, e-filing platforms)?
• Have you worked with clients before, including handling intake, scheduling meetings, and ongoing communication?
• How do you manage balancing paralegal duties with administrative responsibilities?
• What experience do you have with organizing and maintaining client files and records?

Application Question(s):

• Can you describe your experience with legal drafting and court filing processes, including any specific tools or systems you have used (e.g., MyCase, e-filing platforms)?
• Have you worked with clients before, including handling intake, scheduling meetings, and ongoing communication?
• How do you manage balancing paralegal duties with administrative responsibilities?
• What experience do you have with organizing and maintaining client files and records?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Walnut Creek, CA 94596

Salary : $25 - $30