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Description We are offering an exciting opportunity for a Legal Assistant in Richmond, California. This role involves providing comprehensive legal support to attorneys specializing in real estate and estate planning. The successful candidate will be integral in managing a variety of real estate transactions, supporting estate planning matters, conducting research, and communicating effectively with clients.

Responsibilities:

• Assist attorneys with a variety of real estate transactions such as drafting and reviewing purchase agreements, closing documents, and title reports

• Support estate planning matters by drafting wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and other estate planning documents

• Conduct legal research as required to assist attorneys

• Prepare correspondence and manage client files efficiently

• Communicate effectively with clients, answering their questions, and addressing their concerns

• Manage deadlines and ensure adherence to all legal procedures

• Utilize case management software to keep track of all cases

• Use Microsoft Office Suites for all necessary tasks

• Perform other legal administrative duties as assigned

• Use skills in real estate law and estate planning to provide comprehensive support to attorneys. Requirements • Proficiency in case management software is essential for tracking and managing legal cases.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suites, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

• Capable of effectively managing calendars, including scheduling appointments and meetings.

• Knowledge and experience in Real Estate Law is a necessity.

• Familiarity with Estate Planning procedures and laws is required.

• Competence in e-Filing of legal documents in appropriate courts.

• Strong proofreading skills to ensure all legal documents are accurate and free of errors.

• Ability to accurately transcribe dictation into written form.

• Experience in answering multi-line phone systems, directing calls, and taking messages.

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