Legal Staff Legal Secretary in North Andover, MA

Law Firm

North Andover, MA

Legal Staff Legal Secretary in North Andover, MA

Legal Staff

Min 1 yrs required

No

Job Title: Legal Administrative Assistant

Job Responsibilities:
The Legal Administrative Assistant at the law firm is responsible for performing a variety of administrative tasks that are essential for the efficient operation of the office. Key responsibilities include:

- Preparing and revising legal documents.
- Assembling estate planning binders.
- Completing weekly accounting and billing tasks.
- Preparing correspondence and various forms.
- Filing documents, including electronic filing with Probate Court and Registry of Deeds.
- Processing incoming and outgoing mail.
- Maintaining files and performing general administrative duties.
- Assisting the Senior Paralegal and supporting office operations.
- Taking initiative in organizing work assignments and maintaining strong organizational skills.
- Performing other tasks as assigned.

Education and Experience Information:
The ideal candidate for this position should possess the following qualifications and experience:

- Strong administrative skills suitable for a busy work environment.
- Ability to prioritize tasks, multitask effectively, and work efficiently using good judgment.
- Familiarity with the legal field, particularly estate planning, probate, and/or trust administration, is preferred but not mandatory.
- Previous experience as an Administrative Assistant or Legal Assistant is beneficial.
- Commission as a Notary Public is considered a bonus.

Salary Information:
The position offers a starting pay of per hour, which is commensurate with applicable experience. The pay range for the role is between and per hour.

Additional Information:
- Job Type: Part-time, Contract
- Hours: 16-24 hours per week, with the possibility of "Mother’s hours" for flexibility.
- Schedule: Preference for Tuesdays and Thursdays; however, the schedule is flexible to accommodate the right candidate's needs.
- Work Location: In-person, office-based position.
- Benefits: Flexible schedule with a day shift from Monday to Friday and no night shifts.

Application Process:
Candidates interested in this position should submit their resume through Indeed, accompanied by a cover letter. Completion of the assessments attached to the listing is required for consideration. The position is available immediately.