Legal Assistant - Trusts and Estates

This is an opening for a legal assistant working in an estates and trust practice. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3 years of experience, but we are willing to train the right candidate. This is a full time position (37.5 hours per week) with benefits.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to

• Maintain legal files including general organization and index estate planning documents.
• Process signed estate planning documents for filing including execution of affidavits of witness, covers, envelopes, scanning, copies and data entry.
• Maintain and track schedules, deadlines and calendars.
• Schedule meetings and conferences.
• Coordinate travel arrangements.
• Enter, edit and/or finalize billable time and client billings.
• Answer a high volume of telephone calls and take accurate telephone messages.
• Open new files.
• Research and respond to inquiries and requests for information.
• Provide other support as necessary.

Requirements

• Excellent word processing skills including Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with other team members.
• Ability to handle and adjust effectively to competing deadlines and priorities.
• Typing speed of 50+ wpm.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Reliable transportation.
• Client service focused.
• High level of professionalism.
• Overtime required as necessary.