Legal Assistant – Estate Planning & Real Property (California)

About the role

We are looking for a detail‑oriented Legal Assistant to help prepare estate planning and real‑property documents for clients throughout California.

Key responsibilities

• Draft and prepare Living Trusts, Wills, Powers of Attorney, and related estate planning documents.
• Prepare Grant Deeds and other real‑property transfer documents in compliance with California recording requirements.
• Review client intake information and ensure accuracy across all documents.
• Coordinate with clients, notaries, and title/escrow companies as needed.
• Maintain organized, confidential client files and document tracking systems.

Required profile

• At least 1 year of experience working in a California‑based estate planning office.
• Prior experience with Living Trusts, Wills, Powers of Attorney, and Grant Deeds in California.
• Strong understanding of California property‑transfer requirements (non‑attorney document preparation).
• Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills and ability to manage multiple client files independently.

Required skills

• Proficiency with ADAPT software for legal document preparation.
• Experience with legal document software/templates.

What we offer

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Performance‑based bonuses.
• Growth opportunities within a growing legal services team.
• Supportive and professional work environment with Guatemalan lawful benefits.