Executive Assistant Paralegal

Company Description

Inspired by the colibrí—a symbol of resilience, ancestral connection, and hope for future generations—Colibri Law and Policy provides Latino families with high-quality estate planning services and advocates for inclusive public policy. Our services focus on estate planning with a cultural and community-centered approach, generational wealth building, and public policy advocacy for immigrant and Latino families. Our purpose is to ensure families are protected, empowered, and represented.

Location:  Uptown Whittier, CA (Hybrid role)

Firm:  Colibri Law and Policy

Colibri Law and Policy is a community-rooted law firm dedicated to estate planning and public policy advocacy. We are seeking a  Part-Time Executive Paralegal to join our team in Uptown Whittier. This role is ideal for someone highly organized, detail-oriented, and passionate about serving diverse communities.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct support to the managing attorney and associate attorney including scheduling, correspondence, and document preparation.
• Draft, edit, and format legal documents such as trusts, powers of attorney, and other estate planning materials.
• Schedule client calls and meetings, ensuring efficient calendar management.
• Manage client intake, communications, and file organization.
• Coordinate with clients, community partners, and organizational stakeholders.
• Assist with special projects, events, and public policy initiatives.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in a legal assistant, paralegal, or executive assistant role (estate planning or non-profit experience a plus).
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills (Spanish proficiency strongly preferred).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and cloud-based case management tools.
• Commitment to professionalism, discretion, and community-centered advocacy.

Position Details

• Part-time:  20-30 hours per week (flexible scheduling available).
• Location:  Hybrid with one day in office in Uptown Whittier, CA (partial on-site presence required).
• Compensation:  Competitive hourly rate, commensurate with experience.

How to Apply

Please send your resume and a brief cover letter (introducing yourself and sharing why you are interested in this role) to  [email protected] with the subject line:  Executive Assistant Paralegal Application – [Your Name] .

Join us at Colibri Law and Policy as we continue building a practice rooted in advocacy, empowerment, and justice for our communities.