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Build your big career with the firm that does Big Law, Better. McDermott Will & Emery is a leading global law firm that brings together more than 1,400 lawyers and 1,200 business professionals. We celebrate excellence, collaboration, and community and have been recognized as a top workplace by USA Today, Fortune, The American Lawyer, Vault, and the Human Rights Campaign, among others.
At McDermott, we don’t just invest in your future, we accelerate your career – wherever it may lead. That includes supporting you both in and outside of the office.
With us, you’ll find:
A firm where everyone belongs: Our award-winning culture prioritizes warmth and authenticity — we encourage you to be yourself!
Enthusiasm for diverse perspectives: We’re smarter and stronger when everyone has a voice and a seat at the table. We welcome unique viewpoints and ideas, and we make opportunities for you and your career to thrive.
Support to feel your best and do your best: Wellness is integral to building a successful career and a rich life. That’s why our benefits program supports your physical, emotional, mental, and financial health, with an emphasis on work-life balance.
Real rewards for real work: We offer generous compensation packages that recognize hard work and excellence.
Job Description:
The Probate Controversies Paralegal provides support to attorneys with handling disputes related to trust, estate and conservatorship litigation and administration matters. This role assists in drafting legal documents, handles case management, conducts legal research and analyzes legal issues. The Private Client Paralegal is responsible for ensuring efficient end to end case management. This role works under general supervision and relies on experience and judgement to plan and accomplish goals.Essential Functions and Responsibilities:
- Draft probate court petitions, judicial council forms, other related documents, and correspondence, including but not limited to applications, motions, pleadings, notices of hearing, discovery requests, deposition notices and proofs of service
- File documents with government agencies and courts, including applications/motions, petitions and other related matters
- Aid with court proceedings, including preparing exhibits, witness lists, trial binders, etc. and setting up courtroom logistics
- Perform legal research and summarize findings for attorney review with respect to pleadings, service, and requirements of California probate estates, trusts, and conservatorship/guardianship proceedings
- Update and maintain calendars and departmental docket with court filing deadlines
- Work with applicable attorney services to orchestrate and complete court filings
- Assist with trust and estate administrations
- Prepare communications to clients, third-party advisors, opposing counsel, and vendors.
- Coordinate and orchestrate requests for duplicating, word processing, messenger delivery and special mailings
Job Specifications:
- Bachelor’s degree
- Paralegal Certificate
- At least five (5) years of related work experience
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and Word)
- Knowledge of California probate court laws, procedures and practices
- Knowledge of docketing/calendaring software and procedures
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Strong organizational skills
- Ability to work under tight deadlines and prioritize responsibilities
- Ability to work flexible and/or fluctuating hours
- Ability to handle and maintain confidential information
- Strong sense of teamwork and support; ability to build client trust
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Successful candidates will be provided with outstanding career opportunities and will receive a competitive total rewards package with the opportunity to earn performance-based bonuses.
Target Hiring Range $66,000 - $160,000
Please note that quoted salary ranges are not guarantees of what final salary offers may be. Base pay is based on market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and geographic location. Base pay is only one part of the Total Rewards that MWE provides to compensate and recognize our staff professionals for their work. Full time positions are eligible for a discretionary bonus and a comprehensive benefits package.
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
As part of our ongoing commitment to be #AlwaysBetter for our people, clients and communities, we have created a culture of belonging that champions your individuality as both a person and a professional. From our competitive compensation, top benefits and award-winning professional development programs to industry-leading wellness initiatives, we support you through every stage of your life and career. With McDermott, you can live a life you love both in and outside of the office.
Physical Demands and Work Environment:
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Demands:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to sit, use hands, reach with hands and arms, stoop, talk and hear
Employee must occasionally lift up to twenty (20) pounds
Work Environment:
Typical indoor office environment
Disclaimer:
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people within this classification. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this job.
- $66,000 - $160,000
