Paralegal

FOR NEARLY 140 YEARS, WE HAVE BEEN A POWERFUL, INNOVATIVE, FULL-SERVICE LAW FIRM HELPING TO BUILD THE AMERICAN WEST. 

Fennemore isn’t your average law firm. With 20 offices in 6 states and industry-leading job satisfaction, you’ll join a dynamic team that is setting trends, breaking records, and helping clients and employees thrive. You will be a part of an extraordinary group of individuals who collaborate and find solutions together—a team that is inclusive, makes connections, and brings their passion and pride to all they do. 

Together, we strive to create an inclusive law firm that upholds respect for each other and our unique backgrounds. We commit on all levels to working together to promote equal opportunity, understand and value differences, and foster a dignified and diverse work environment. Fennemore’s commitment to our values translates into the workplace. Law.com named Fennemore is the fastest-growing law firm in the U.S., and we consistently have among the best retention statistics in the country. 

Fennemore has an excellent opportunity in our Sacramento, California office for a full-time ESTATE PLANNING PARALEGAL to join our growing firm. The role supports attorneys in estate administration, probate and trust administration, estate planning, and some corporate governance tasks. Key responsibilities include document preparation, filings, research, and administrative support, allowing attorneys to concentrate on client relations. The ideal candidate will excel in delivering comprehensive legal support, maintaining strong client interactions, and being exceptionally organized. This position is predominately onsite, with limited remote work after a period of training. 

Responsibilities:

• Manage all aspects of estate administration, including preparing and recording deeds, obtaining necessary documentation, and ensuring timely filing; 
• Prepare and file/e-file probate and trust administration documents, including petitions and court orders;
• Prepare detailed accounting reports and assist with maintaining accurate records for trust and estate matters;
• Assist in the preparation of estate planning documents such as wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and health care directives;
• Complete ancillary paperwork and manage document signings and notarizations;
• Provide support with corporate governance tasks as needed, including the preparation and maintenance of corporate records, resolutions, and other governance documents, and
• Offer general administrative support to attorneys, including legal research, document management, and coordinating client communication.

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5+ years of experience as a trusts and estates paralegal;
• Bachelor’s degree and/or a paralegal certificate preferred;
• Previous law firm experience and/or in-house paralegal experience;
• Superior organization skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage several projects to completion on a deadline;
• Conscientious, thoughtful, and proactive approach to tasks and workload management, including the ability to establish priorities, work independently, and take initiative when appropriate;
• Proficiency in the common collection of Microsoft Office applications; and
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to interface with all levels within the firm and externally with clients and other professional advisors, as needed. 

Total Rewards:

• Competitive Base Salary + Annual Merit Increases
• On-the-Spot Monthly Bonus Program
• Workplace Flexibility Options
• 401k Retirement Plan with Employer Match & Profit-Sharing Component
• Health, Dental and Vision Coverage + Employer Premium Contribution
• Employer-Paid Group Term Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Employee Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Opportunities for professional development

PLEASE CONSIDER APPLYING TODAY

Fennemore is an equal opportunity employer and encourages people from all social, economic, and ethnic groups, and individuals with disabilities, to apply to our positions. Fennemore is dedicated to maintaining an atmosphere that promotes the diversity of personal backgrounds, experiences, abilities, perspectives, and ideas. If your experience and qualifications are close to what you see listed here – even if not a perfect match -- please still consider applying. If you require assistance or need reasonable accommodations during any point in the application or interview process, please let us know.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They should not be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills. Employees may be required to perform duties outside their normal assigned responsibilities as needed.