Legal Assistant - Trust & Estates Exp Req'd

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Salary: $50,000 - $65,000 per year

Our mission and core beliefs shape how we practice law, serve our clients, and support our team. With over 50 years of experience, we offer legal advice across more than 30 practice areas to both businesses and individuals. Our attorneys act as counselors, strategists, and advocates, aiming to build long-term, trust-based relationships by understanding our clients' needs and providing high-quality service. We pride ourselves on our deep understanding of business economics and our proactive approach to emerging legal trends. Our practice groups consist of diverse professionals who collaborate to deliver innovative solutions, reflecting our commitment to both legal excellence and community contribution.

We are a full-service law firm with expertise in various areas, including business transactions, mergers and acquisitions, commercial litigation, real estate, and more. You will find a close-knit team in an encouraging environment, united in our efforts to grow and succeed together. We emphasize fair and equitable treatment for all employees, fostering a collaborative and collegial atmosphere where teamwork is central. Balancing personal and professional life is one of our core values. Our associate development program, guided by experienced mentors, ensures new attorneys are well-integrated and supported. We offer excellent benefits, including medical and dental coverage, firm-paid life insurance, a 401(k) with a 3% safe harbor contribution, an Employee Assistance Program, flexible spending accounts, and a generous time-off package. We seek professional, passionate, and driven individuals to join our team and contribute to our ongoing success.

Primary Duties:

Offer comprehensive administrative support to attorneys and paralegals, covering both legal and non-legal tasks

Engage with clients, administrative agencies, and court personnel

Manage e-filing and coordinate paper filings of documents

Handle time entry and billing to ensure accurate invoicing and payment

Provide advanced calendar management for attorneys, coordinating in-person meetings, virtual sessions, and conference calls

Perform various administrative tasks to enable attorneys to effectively serve clients

Act as the main point of contact for internal and external clients

Work closely with attorneys, keeping them updated on commitments and responsibilities, anticipating needs before meetings, calls, etc.

Conduct conflict checks and create client files

Qualifications:

Previous experience as an Administrative/Legal Assistant, with experience in Trust & Estates

Professional demeanor with a strong focus on client service; must have excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and the initiative to complete tasks independently

Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Ability to multi-task and adapt to shifting work priorities as needed

Strong organizational skills, good judgment, and the ability to prioritize work and meet deadlines

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