Senior Executive Legal Assistant - Probate & Estates
Ferguson Braswell Fraser & Kubasta Pc
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Job summary
FBFK Law in Orange County seeks an experienced executive legal assistant to support a partner on the Probate, Trust & Estate team. You will manage the attorney's calendar, client communications, and the administrative side of the practice to keep the attorney focused on legal work.
The role requires mature, discreet professionals with high-net-worth client experience, strong writing, and proficiency in Word/Outlook/Excel, plus familiarity with NetDocs and AI-assisted tools.
Qualifications
- 5+ years of experience as an executive assistant and legal assistant supporting a senior attorney
- Experience in probate, trust or estate planning
- Direct client-facing experience with high-net-worth individuals and families
- Polished phone and in-person presence with strong written communication
- Advanced MS Word, Outlook, and Excel; comfortable with AI-assisted tools and document management systems
Responsibilities
- Own the attorney's calendar, priorities, and travel; resolve conflicts
- Prepare the attorney for meetings and track follow-ups
- Manage matter files, expense reports, and vendor coordination
- Format, proofread, and finalize estate planning documents
- Coordinate client meetings, signings, notary, and witness requirements
- Record time in the firm's timekeeping system daily
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Job description
FBFK Law in Orange County seeks an experienced executive legal assistant to support a partner on the Probate, Trust & Estate team. You will manage the attorney's calendar, client communications, and the administrative side of the practice to keep the attorney focused on legal work.
The role requires mature, discreet professionals with high-net-worth client experience, strong writing, and proficiency in Word/Outlook/Excel, plus familiarity with NetDocs and AI-assisted tools.
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