Senior Paralegal

The Bronx; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a highly respected law firm as a Senior Paralegal, where your expertise in trusts and estates will play a crucial role in supporting attorneys and ensuring high-quality legal service. This full-time, onsite position emphasizes collaboration within a values-driven culture, offering an exciting opportunity for professional growth. You will conduct legal research, manage complex documents, and lead a team of junior paralegals, all while being part of a firm that prioritizes integrity and excellence. If you are looking for a rewarding career in a supportive environment, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Full Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) with Employer Contributions

Professional Growth Opportunities

Qualifications

• Paralegal certification and substantial experience in trusts and estates law required.
• Proven ability to lead projects and mentor junior staff is essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research and prepare legal documents for trust and estate matters.
• Oversee and delegate tasks to junior paralegals and legal assistants.

Skills

Legal Research

Document Preparation

Client Coordination

Mentoring Junior Staff

Communication Skills

Education

Paralegal Certification

Associate's Degree

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Adobe Acrobat

Legal Case Management Systems

Job description

Scion Staffing has been engaged to conduct a search for a Senior Paralegal for a highly respected California-based law firm with a strong reputation for integrity, excellence, and client dedication. This is a full-time, onsite opportunity based in Pasadena, CA. The firm is known for its collaborative culture, commitment to community impact, and deep expertise across a wide range of practice areas, with a particular focus on trusts and estates.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

The Senior Paralegal will play a vital role in supporting the firm’s attorneys and legal teams in complex trust and estate matters. This position is responsible for conducting legal research, preparing and organizing documents, coordinating with clients and court personnel, and providing administrative leadership to junior paralegals. Reporting to an assigned Partner or Associate Attorney, the Senior Paralegal will ensure high-quality, detail-oriented support across the full lifecycle of trust and estate cases. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced legal professional looking to take ownership of their work within a values-driven and client-centered environment.

PERKS:

Competitive salary and advancement opportunities

Full medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with employer contributions

Work with a collaborative and respected legal team committed to professional growth

Be part of a firm that values integrity, hard work, excellence, and team culture

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Conduct legal research and investigate relevant case law, statutes, and materials

Prepare and manage legal documents including trust instruments, pleadings, motions, and estate filings

Support trust and estate matters across all phases, from client intake to post-trial or post-closing activities

Oversee and delegate tasks to assigned Paralegals and Legal Assistants, ensuring workflow and accuracy

Coordinate case logistics including scheduling, filings, discovery, and court communications

Maintain organized records and manage confidential materials in accordance with firm policy and procedures

QUALIFICATIONS:

Paralegal certification required

Associate’s degree or equivalent work experience required; Bachelor’s degree preferred

Substantial experience supporting attorneys in trusts and estates law or similar areas

Proven ability to lead projects, prioritize effectively, and mentor junior staff

Excellent written and verbal communication skills and a high degree of professionalism

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Acrobat; experience with legal case management systems is a plus

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

This position offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience of $95,000-115,000, along with a comprehensive benefits package including medical coverage, retirement plan with employer match, paid time off, and professional development support.

HOW TO APPLY:

For immediate consideration, please submit your resume here!

ABOUT OUR SEARCH FIRM:

Scion Staffing is a national award-winning staffing firm! Since 2006, we have had the pleasure of successfully placing thousands of talented professionals with amazing career opportunities. Through our innovative team building and recruiting solutions, we bridge the gap in executive leadership searches, direct hire recruiting, interim leadership placement, and temporary professional staffing. We are proud to be part of the Forbes lists of the Best Recruitment Firms and the Best Executive Search Firms in America. Additionally, Scion has been recognized as a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing firm as well as a top recruitment firm by The Business Times. Additional information about our firm can also be found online.

Scion Staffing, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and service provider and does not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, political affiliation or belief, or any other protected class. We are committed to the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment and are dedicated to making employment decisions based on merit and value, for ourselves, our client companies, and the candidates we represent. For opportunities located in a region that have enacted fair chance, arrest or conviction-based employment ordinances, Scion Staffing proactively follows the enacted guidance and considers for employment all qualified applications with arrest and conviction records. We engage in socially conscious business practices and believe that diverse, equitable, inclusive, and non-biased talent and recruitment processes are foundational to the success of Scion as well as every client organization with whom we partner.

Apply For This Job

• First Name: *
• Last Name: *
• Email: *
• Phone: *
• Please Upload Your Resume: * Accepted file types: doc, docx, pdf, xls, xlsx, ppt, pptx, Max. file size: 25 MB.

Accepted file types: doc, docx, pdf, xls, xlsx, ppt, pptx, Max. file size: 25 MB.

• Upload Additional Information/Work Samples (Optional): Accepted file types: doc, docx, pdf, xls, xlsx, ppt, pptx, Max. file size: 25 MB.