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Conservatorship & Probate Paralegal In Office | Upland, CA Join a Boutique Firm Where Your Experience, Judgment, and Growth Matter About the Role We are seeking a Paralegal with experience in probate and, ideally, conservatorship matters. Conservatorship is the primary need for this position but there will be some support for court matters in the probate and Trust areas as well, so this role is best suited for someone who understands the importance of accuracy, follow-through, deadline management, and compassionate client communication in matters involving vulnerable individuals and families. This is a full-time, in-office position in Upland, California. You will work closely with attorneys to support court filed matters in conservatorship, probate, trust matters. The right candidate will be organized, proactive, detail-oriented, and comfortable helping move matters forward from intake through completion. This is a substantive paralegal role for someone who wants to contribute meaningfully to client matters, support attorneys with high-quality legal work, and continue growing within a boutique estate-focused practice. What You’ll Do Prepare and draft legal documents, pleadings, petitions, notices, discovery, correspondence, and related case materials Support conservatorship matters along with some probate and Trust court matters, including document preparation, court filings, deadline tracking, and ongoing case management Organize and maintain physical and digital case files with accuracy and attention to detail Track deadlines, manage calendars, and ensure timely follow-up on case-related tasks Prepare and coordinate court filings and communicate with court personnel as needed Assist with discovery, deposition preparation, hearing preparation, and litigation support tasks depending on experience in these areas. Communicate professionally and compassionately with clients, families, courts, witnesses, and other involved parties Provide substantive day-to-day paralegal support to attorneys across various phases of each matter About You You are an experienced legal professional who takes pride in being thorough, organized, and dependable. You understand that conservatorship and probate matters require precision, discretion, and sensitivity because families are often making difficult decisions during stressful seasons of life. You are comfortable managing deadlines, preparing legal documents, communicating with clients, and keeping matters moving forward. You enjoy being part of a collaborative team and want to grow within a firm where your work is appreciated and your contributions matter. You bring sound judgment, strong follow-through, and a steady, professional presence to your work each day. Requirements 2+ years of paralegal experience, preferably in conservatorship, probate, trust administration, estate planning, or estate litigation California conservatorship experience strongly preferred California probate experience strongly preferred Strong understanding of California legal procedures, court filings, deadlines, and legal terminology Experience drafting, proofreading, and organizing legal documents Excellent written and verbal communication skills Highly organized with strong document management, calendar management, and follow-through skills Comfortable communicating with clients and families in sensitive and emotional situations Proficient with Microsoft Office and comfortable learning legal practice management systems Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a busy law office Paralegal certificate, Associate’s degree, or Bachelor’s degree preferred Bilingual in English & Spanish is a plus About Gaudy Law Inc. Are you ready to step into a legal role where your work has meaning, your experience is valued, and your growth is supported? Gaudy Law Inc. is a boutique law firm based in Upland, California, specializing in conservatorship, proba