[Remote] LEGAL SUPPORT SPECIALIST – California Trust & Estates
Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Fennemore is a full-service business law firm with over 140 years of excellence, seeking a Legal Support Specialist with California Trust & Estates experience. The role involves managing high-volume legal document preparation and support for Trust & Estates matters in a fast-paced environment.ResponsibilitiesPrepare, format, proofread, and revise estate planning, trust administration, probate, and related legal documents, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and compliance with firm standardsDraft routine legal documents and correspondence, including wills, trusts, powers of attorney, healthcare directives, trust certifications, probate forms, and related supporting documentsCreate, revise, and assemble complex document packages, signature packets, estate planning binders, and closing materialsAssist with probate, trust administration, and trust and estate litigation matters by preparing forms, notices, correspondence, exhibits, and supporting documentationOrganize and maintain electronic files and matter records in accordance with firm proceduresPerform high-volume document revisions, comparisons, and cleanup with a strong focus on accuracy and attention to detailPrepare tables of contents (TOC), document indexes, exhibit binders, and other compilation materials as neededProcess expenses, assist with billing activities, track and enter billable timeCollaborate with attorneys, paralegals, and the Legal Support Hub to ensure timely, high-quality work productSkills5+ years of experience supporting Trust & Estates in a law firm environment with California state and federal filingsStrong command of legal formatting, proofreading, and document production standardsAdvanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)Experience with document management and time entry systemsHigh level of accuracy and attention to detail in a fast-paced environmentAbility to manage competing priorities and meet tight deadlines with minimal supervisionStrong communication skills and a proactive, team-oriented approachBenefitsCompetitive Base Salary + Annual Merit IncreasesOn-the-Spot Monthly Bonus ProgramWorkplace Flexibility Options401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match & Profit-Sharing ComponentHealth, Dental and Vision Coverage + Employer Premium ContributionEmployer-Paid Group Term Life InsurancePaid Time Off and Paid HolidaysEmployee Wellness ProgramEmployee Assistance ProgramOpportunities for professional developmentCompany OverviewFennemore provides legal counsel to help clients thrive in a complex, evolving business and legal landscape. It was founded in 1885, and is headquartered in Bakersfield, California, USA, with a workforce of 501-1000 employees. Its website is https://www.fennemorelaw.com.