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The Freelance Firm

Remote, Contract -based, California Estate Planning and Probate Paralegal Opportunity

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  • Contractor
  • Walnut Creek, CA
April 23, 2026 Paralegal Trusts & Estates

Job Description

Welcome to The Freelance Firm!<\/b>
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We are a national network of experienced, high -level, freelance attorneys and paralegals who provide remote, on -demand support for both short -term and long -term legal projects for our client law firms.
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Due to increased demand, we are now interviewing for a qualified, experienced, and dedicated California Estate Planning / Probate / Trust Administration Paralegal<\/b>.
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Remote work hours will vary, but are expected to be approximately 6–10 hours per week<\/b>.
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Paralegal Requirements:<\/b>
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  • Minimum 5 years of experience as a Paralegal with direct experience in California estate planning, probate, and trust administration matters
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  • Strong experience supporting trust administration, including drafting and organizing trust administration documents and execution of trust plans
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  • Solid understanding of estate planning and probate administration processes and procedures
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  • Ability to manage and organize files, ensuring matters are progressing efficiently
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  • Highly organized with strong attention to detail, particularly when handling sensitive estate and trust matters
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  • Ability to support growing firms with general paralegal assistance across estate planning and probate workflows
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  • Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with attorneys and clients
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  • Proven ability to manage multiple matters and meet deadlines
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  • Self -starter who can take initiative and work independently
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    Our Paralegal pay rate starts at $30/hour<\/b>.
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    We welcome you to join our established network of legal professionals!
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    Please respond with your resume and we will contact you for a 30 -minute online meeting in the next two days to answer all of your questions about The Freelance Firm and this opportunity.
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    Resume submissions will be kept in strict confidence.
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    Please visit our website at www.thefreelancefirm.com<\/span><\/a>to learn more about us and the services we provide!<\/p>


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