Job Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented Paralegal - Probate/Real Estate for a direct hire opportunity in Glendale, CA. This role is ideal for a legal professional with experience supporting probate, estate planning, ownership transfers, trust documentation, affidavits, and real estate-related records.

The Paralegal - Probate/Real Estate will support transfer-of-ownership matters, gather and review legal documentation, communicate with families and property owners, and coordinate with internal legal resources. This is a meaningful, service-focused opportunity in a stable professional environment where accuracy, discretion, and compassionate communication are highly valued.

This position offers supportive leadership, collaborative teams, and a professional culture focused on quality, care, and client service. The right candidate will bring strong communication skills, patience, and the ability to handle sensitive family and legal matters with professionalism.

Key Responsibilities

- Explain the transfer-of-ownership process to involved parties by phone, email, and in-person meetings.
- Identify current property owners, confirm ownership records, and gather legal information needed to initiate ownership transfers.
- Prepare, review, and process legal documents such as affidavits, transfer agreements, certifications, name changes, and related forms.
- Obtain and verify notarized signatures, trust documents, powers of attorney, court orders, and other legal records for attorney review.
- Maintain accurate data entry in internal records systems while managing customer service, clerical tasks, and strict deadlines.
- Communicate professionally with families, property owners, attorneys, and internal teams regarding sensitive legal and ownership matters.

Compensation and Benefits

- Salary range: $89,000 to $95,000 per year.
- Direct hire opportunity.
- Some local travel to other locations may be required.
- Mileage expense reimbursement is provided for required local travel.

Required Qualifications and Skills

- Support probate, estate planning, trust, and real estate-related ownership transfer matters.
- Prepare, review, and process affidavits, transfer agreements, certifications, name change documents, and related legal forms.
- Gather, verify, and organize legal records for attorney review, including trust documents, powers of attorney, court orders, and notarized signatures.
- Communicate with families, property owners, attorneys, and internal teams regarding sensitive legal and ownership matters.

- 1 to 2 years of paralegal, legal assistant, or legal support experience.
- Experience with probate, estate planning, trust administration, real estate records, or property ownership transfers.
- Strong document review, legal records management, and data entry skills.
- Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong attention to detail, organization, follow-through, and deadline management.
- Professional, patient, and service-focused approach when working with families and property owners.
- MUST have an ABA approved Paralegal certificate

Preferred Qualifications

- Prior experience supporting attorneys with probate, estate planning, trust documentation, or real estate transfer matters.
- Familiarity with affidavits, certifications, powers of attorney, court orders, notarized documents, and ownership records.
- Experience communicating directly with clients, families, property owners, or beneficiaries.
- Ability to work effectively in a collaborative legal or professional services environment.

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