Job Title: Trusts & Estates Legal Assistant
Job Responsibilities:
The Trusts & Estates Legal Assistant at the law firm will have the responsibility of providing administrative support to multiple attorneys and paralegals within the Trusts and Estates Group. This role demands a high level of professionalism and requires the assistant to perform various tasks efficiently in a fast-paced environment. Key responsibilities include:
- Managing and prioritizing a high volume of competing tasks while meeting multiple deadlines.
- Demonstrating excellent organizational skills to handle administrative duties effectively.
- Actively listening and communicating clearly with clients, attorneys, and staff in person, via email, and by telephone.
- Typing accurately and proofreading documents to ensure precision.
- Collaborating with other assistants to manage overflow work and provide support during vacations and as a backup for the receptionist.
- Utilizing Microsoft Office 2010 products, including Advanced Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel, as well as PDF Software, NetDocs, Workshare, and Coyote.
Education and Experience Information:
The ideal candidate for the Trusts & Estates Legal Assistant position should have a minimum of 2-3 years of administrative support experience. While legal or professional services experience is preferred, a bachelor's degree is also desirable. Key attributes for success in this role include a positive attitude, self-motivation, resourcefulness, and a focus on finding solutions.
Salary Information:
The position offers a competitive salary and benefits package. The base salary for the Trusts & Estates Legal Assistant role is $50,000 per year, as provided by the employer.
Benefits include:
- 401(k) plan
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
The position is full-time, with an 8-hour shift scheduled from Monday to Friday. The work location is in person, providing an opportunity for direct interaction with clients and staff within the law firm.
