Legal Assistant

We're looking for someone with a background as a legal assistant-someone who's organized, detail-oriented, and always thinking two steps ahead. If you love helping others, staying on top of details, and getting things done efficiently, this role is made for you.

START DATE : December 1, 2025

COMPENSATION : $ 2 7 .50 PER HOUR / 4 DAY WORK WEEK

SCHEDULE :

Full-time (32 hours per week / 4 days per week)

8 : 00 AM – 5 : 00 PM PST

Monday – Thursday or Tuesday – Friday

LOCATION : IN OFFICE

Crider Law Group is a client-focused estate planning firm, serving families across California and Texas. At Crider Law Group, we combine the professiona lis m of a law firm with the empathy of a family-focused practice. Each day, we dedic ate ours elves to protecting family legacies with clarity, strategy, and heart – and we're growing!

We're hiring a compas sio nate, detail-oriented L egal Assistan t to provide a concierge level service to our clients during some of life's toughest moments . We're looking for someone who brings positive energy and a team-first attitude into every workday.

This role is fast-paced and people-focused, perfect for an individual who thrives on staying organized and keeping things moving.

Hit "Apply" if you're a thoughtf ul probl em-solver who enjoys helping others.

Up Level and Growth

We encourage continuous learning and s elf-imp rovement . For some, continuous learning is focused on becoming better versions of their current role . For others, the motivation is professional and personal development to earn the opportunity to lead special projects and take on additional responsibilities.

Crider Law Group Core Values

Self-Motivated. We take initiative and bring energy to our work without needing to be prompted.

Proact ive. We anticipa te needs, identify solutions early, and take thoughtful action before issues arise.

Accountable. We own our responsibilities, follow through on commitments, and learn from our mistakes.

Compassionate. We treat prospects, clients, and each other with empathy, patience, and respect.

Growth-Oriented. We embrace feedback, p ursue l earning, and continually look for ways to improve ourselves and our firm.

Key Responsibilities with Success Metrics

Prepare Estate Planning Documents

Print and assemble c lient estate planning documents for easy client signature , an average of 25 binders per month . Review each signature page for accuracy and mark each signature line with a sticky to identify where the client needs to sign.

Success Metric : Binders must be prepared 48 hours prior to the scheduled signature meeting in California and one week in advance for signature meetings in Texa s .

Client Follow Up

Reach out to clients via phone or email to schedule follow-up meetings , provide case updates, and confirm document receipt. Once the client has signed their documents, scan the signed copies to the ir folder prior to preparing and mailing the USB drive to the m .

Success Metric s :

• Acknowledge document receipt within 12 hours of document receipt
• Schedule follow ups within 12 hours of initial meeting

Client Intake

Lead one-hour "Initial Design" calls via Zoom with prospective clients with patience, compassion, and 5-star service.

Success Metric : 9 out of 10 new clients rate the "Initial Design" Zoom as "meeting or exceeding expectations" based on an automated Zoom survey at the end of the client session.

Probate Hearings

Check online court system daily f or probate notes . R eview the notes to determine whether any review is needed by the attorney or whether to schedule a hearing.

Success Metric : Schedule hearing or time in attorney's calendar to review probates notes within 12 hours of a court update

Legal Assistan t Ideal Candidate Characteristics

Benefits & Perks

COMPE NSATION : $ 2 7 .50 PER HOUR / 4 DAY WORK WEEK

APPLICATION PROCESS