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Legal Assistant

Schedule:

  • 40 hours per week
  • Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM Newport Beach, CA
  • Includes 30-minutes paid break

Client Overview

Join a thriving international legal practice specializing in offshore wealth management and trust services. This growing firm works with clients across multiple jurisdictions, facilitating complex international financial arrangements. With a strong focus on client service and attention to detail, this practice offers a unique opportunity to work in the exciting field of international finance and legal services.

Job Description

We’re seeking a detail-oriented Legal Assistant to support our expanding international legal practice. This role offers a unique opportunity to work with high-net-worth clients and international financial institutions while gaining valuable experience in offshore trust administration. You’ll be part of a modern, flexible work environment using cloud-based tools to facilitate global business operations. The position offers significant growth potential, starting at part-time with the opportunity to expand to full-time as the practice continues to grow.

Responsibilities

  • Support client onboarding process for international trust services
  • Assist clients with completing necessary compliance documentation
  • Facilitate communication between clients and international fiduciaries
  • Manage document organization and digital file handling
  • Process and track important correspondence
  • Coordinate with overseas partners to ensure complete documentation
  • Handle scheduling and calendar management
  • Organize and maintain email communications
  • Support general administrative operations

Requirements

  • Paralegal experience preferred but not required
  • Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and cloud-based tools (especially OneDrive)
  • Excellent attention to detail and organizational abilities
  • Professional written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
  • Strong multitasking and time management capabilities
  • Self-motivated with ability to work independently
  • Experience with or interest in legal/financial administrative work
  • Reliable internet connection and home office setup
  • Fluent English language skills (both written and verbal)

Independent Contractor Perks

  • Permanent work-from-home
  • Immediate hiring
  • Steady freelance job

Legal Assistant

Job Category

Law/Legal Services

Job Type

Full Time (35 hours or more per week)

Work Schedule and Timezone

Newport Beach, CA

Published on

May 20 2025

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