Trusts & Estates Legal Assistant

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Salary: $50,000 - $80,000 per year

A bit about us:

An established law firm that has been around for more than a decade and continues to grow. They specialize in tax, estate planning, and business law.

Why join us?

This is a great opportunity for someone with legal exposure looking to gain experience. A great opportunity to join a successful and tight knit team.

Job Details

Job Details:

Our reputable law firm is seeking a dynamic and highly organized Legal Assistant to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of legal procedures, exceptional attention to detail, and outstanding organizational skills. In this role, you will be responsible for providing comprehensive support to our attorneys, including case management, legal document preparation, data entry, and client billing. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual to contribute to our continued growth and success while gaining valuable experience in the legal industry.

Responsibilities:

• Manage attorney calendars, including scheduling appointments, court dates, and deadlines.
• Assist with case management, including organizing and maintaining case files, tracking important dates, and managing case-related correspondence.
• Coordinate travel arrangements for attorneys as needed.
• Draft and proofread legal documents, correspondence, and reports.
• Perform data entry tasks, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of all entered data.
• Handle client billing, including preparing invoices and tracking payments.
• Record time entries for attorneys accurately and promptly.
• Communicate effectively with clients, court officials, and other legal professionals.
• Maintain a thorough understanding of legal procedures and stay updated on the latest legal regulations and practices.
• Utilize Microsoft Office Suite to create and manage documents, spreadsheets, and presentations.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 1 year of experience as a legal assistant, paralegal, or in a similar role within a law firm or legal department.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Strong knowledge of legal procedures, particularly in the area of trusts and estates.
• Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines simultaneously.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail in all work.
• Experience with client billing and time entry systems.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion in handling sensitive information.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically under pressure.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Paralegal certification is a plus.

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