Full-Time Trust & Estate Paralegal
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on2191, Cabrillo Avenue, Torrance, Los Angeles County, California, 90501, United States
About the Team
At Wickers, Wickers & Admans LLP, we are proud of our 30-year legacy of delivering exceptional legal services. Established in Torrance, CA, our father-daughter legal team provides high-quality, individually tailored representation with a specialized focus on Probate, Trusts, and Estates. We appear in Los Angeles and Orange County courts, serving clients with a dedicated commitment to their unique needs.
About the Role
As a Probate Paralegal, you will play a vital role in our close-knit team, supporting attorneys through all phases of litigation. This position is designed for someone passionate about learning, helping others, and making a meaningful impact. You will be the backbone of our case management, ensuring clients receive the high-quality service they deserve through meticulous preparation of legal documents, pleadings, and discovery.
Your day will involve coordinating with clients and other parties to gather essential information, organizing complex data into databases and spreadsheets, and drafting documents for court filing. You will utilize tools like Clio and Lexis Plus to support case strategies while maintaining strict confidentiality and professionalism. This is a dynamic role where your organizational skills and legal acumen will directly contribute to the firm's success.
Why Join Us
We believe in empowering our team members with opportunities for professional development and advancement, creating a workplace where your contributions are valued and your career can flourish. We are committed to fostering a supportive and collaborative work environment. Whether you are handling sensitive matters or managing shifting priorities, you will find a community that encourages growth and thrives on teamwork.
Application Instructions
If you are ready to join a firm where you can grow and thrive, we encourage you to apply. Please submit your application highlighting your relevant experience in estate, probate, or litigation, and your ABA-approved paralegal certification.
Work location
Work model: On-site
2191, Cabrillo Avenue, Torrance, Los Angeles County, California, 90501, United States
Torrance, California
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleAssist attorneys in preparing and maintaining legal documents, pleadings, and discovery
- check_circleCoordinate with clients and other parties to gather necessary information for probate cases
- check_circleDraft and file legal documents with courts ensuring accuracy and compliance with deadlines
- check_circleConduct legal research on Lexis Plus to support attorneys in developing case strategies
- check_circleOrganize information into databases and Excel sheets for accurate case tracking
- check_circleMaintain organized case files and databases ensuring all information is up-to-date
- check_circleCommunicate effectively with clients to provide updates and answer inquiries
- check_circleUtilize Clio to track time and manage documents
- check_circleAnswer telephones and coordinate potential new client calls with attorneys
- check_circleRedact, batesmark, and scan documents with OCR for team sharing
Requirements
- verifiedABA-approved paralegal certification
- verifiedBachelor's degree with strong academic credentials
- verifiedExperience in preparing and maintaining legal documents, pleadings, and discovery
- verifiedProficiency in drafting and filing legal documents with courts
- verifiedStrong legal research skills using Lexis Plus
- verifiedExperience with Clio
- verifiedKnowledge of Word, Outlook, Excel, Clio
- verifiedTyping speed of 65wpm+
- verifiedExperience working in estate, probate, and/or litigation preferred
Nice to Have
Bachelor's degree with strong academic credentials; relevant work experience. Experience working in estate, probate, and/or litigation.
Benefits & Perks
check_circleDental and vision insurancecheck_circleFirm-paid life insurancecheck_circle401(k) plan with matching contributionscheck_circle10 paid holidays
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Lexis Plus, Clio, Word, Outlook, Excel, Ocr, Batesmark, Redact, Probate, Trusts.
Education: Bachelor's degree with strong academic credentials.
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A Full-Time Trust & Estate Paralegal at Wickers, Wickers & Admans LLP is responsible for the following: Assist attorneys in preparing and maintaining legal documents, pleadings, and discovery; Coordinate with clients and other parties to gather necessary information for probate cases; Draft and file legal documents with courts ensuring accuracy and compliance with deadlines; and Conduct legal research on Lexis Plus to support attorneys in developing case strategies.
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Wickers, Wickers & Admans LLP is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: ABA-approved paralegal certification; Bachelor's degree with strong academic credentials; Experience in preparing and maintaining legal documents, pleadings, and discovery; Proficiency in drafting and filing legal documents with courts; Strong legal research skills using Lexis Plus; and Experience with Clio.
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Full-Time Trust & Estate Paralegal at Wickers, Wickers & Admans LLP is based in 2191, Cabrillo Avenue, Torrance, Los Angeles County, California, 90501, United States. This is a on-site role.
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Wickers, Wickers & Admans LLP has listed this Full-Time Trust & Estate Paralegal role as on-site.
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Key skills for Full-Time Trust & Estate Paralegal at Wickers, Wickers & Admans LLP include Lexis Plus; Clio; Word; Outlook; Excel; Ocr; Batesmark; and Redact.
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Educational requirements for this role: Bachelor's degree with strong academic credentials.
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About Wickers, Wickers & Admans LLP
Wickers, Wickers & Admans LLP is a law practice firm headquartered in Torrance, California, specializing in estate and trust litigation. The firm serves individuals and families across the South Bay, Los Angeles, and Orange County, offering legal counsel in estate planning, probate administration, and trust matters. Under the leadership of Managing Partner Christina M. Wickers Herman and Partner Alexandra L. Admans, the firm continues the legacy established by founding attorney Rodney W. Wickers. With over 13 years of joint experience, the partners focus on protecting family wealth and resolving inheritance disputes while striving to prevent conflicts before they arise.
The attorneys combine strategic estate planning with extensive courtroom experience to guide clients through complex legal challenges. Services include drafting wills and trusts, managing probate and trust administration, and handling inheritance disputes or beneficiary conflicts. The firm also addresses financial elder abuse, capacity issues, undue influence claims, and contested conservatorships. Additional capabilities cover business and asset-related estate issues, civil litigation, appeals, and alternative dispute resolution designed to reduce emotional and financial burdens. Whether clients are planning ahead or navigating contested matters, the firm provides advocacy and support during difficult times.
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