Legal Administrative Assistant - 2764465 Job at AMS Staffing, Inc. in New Orlean

Our client, an esteemed Louisiana-based law firm, is seeking a dedicated and reliable Legal Administrative Assistant to support the firms Trust & Estate Practice Group.This role is integral to supporting attorneys with trust and estate planning matters. It presents an excellent opportunity for an experienced legal assistant to advance their career in a prestigious law firm. This is a direct hire role offering an excellent salary and benefits package.

Title:Legal Administrative Assistant

Location:New Orleans, LA

Salary:$55K-$80K annually, depending on qualifications and experience.

Work Environment:100% onsite

Term:Permanent / Fulltime

Bachelors degree required:Required

Referral Fee: $500 - should your referral start with our client

Please send an updated resume in Microsoft Word format

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive administrative and legal support to attorneys.
• Draft and prepare trust and estate planning documents.
• Assist attorneys with transactions and legal documents related to trust and estate planning.
• Conduct legal research to support case preparation.
• Organize and maintain client files (both electronic and physical), ensuring accessibility and accuracy.
• Manage attorney timekeeping, billing, and expense reports, ensuring compliance with firm policies.
• Coordinate communication with clients, opposing counsel, and other professionals.
• Perform additional legal and administrative tasks as needed.
• Ensure accuracy and attention to detail in all work completed.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a legal assistant, preferably in trust and estate planning.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Familiarity with legal research databases is a plus.
• Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize and multitask effectively in a fast-paced setting.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a client-focused mindset.
• Ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively with attorneys and team members.
• High attention to detail and a strong commitment to accuracy.

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