Job Description
Estate Planning Legal Assistant at Law Firm - 2-4 years experience
Looking for a skilled legal assistant with experience in supporting multiple areas of law, specifically estate planning. Must have strong written and verbal communication skills, attention to detail, and ability to work both independently and in a team setting. Knowledge of case management system Aderant Total Office preferred.
Responsibilities:
- Manage physical and electronic files, pleading, discovery, and document logs - Prioritize multiple projects and meet deadlines - Prepare legal documents, letters, and memoranda in accordance with court procedures - Maintain calendars and schedule meetings - Provide administrative support to estate planning team - Back up phones during lunch hour - Handle special projects as assigned
Requirements:
- 2-4 years experience as a legal assistant - High School Diploma or equivalent - Strong written and verbal communication skills - Ability to work independently and in a team setting - Attention to detail - Tact and discretion with confidential information - Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines - Knowledge of Aderant Total Office preferred - Knowledge of DocuSign and Dropbox preferred
Working for Us:
- Inclusive work environment - Opportunities for growth and development - Competitive compensation and benefits, including 401(k), health insurance, and vacation and sick-time - Please send cover letter, salary requirements, and resume to **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***
If you have experience as a legal assistant and are looking for a new opportunity in a dynamic law firm, we encourage you to apply for our Estate Planning Legal Assistant position. In this role, you will support our estate planning team and handle a variety of administrative tasks. With 2-4 years of experience, a High School Diploma or equivalent, and strong communication and organizational skills, you could be the perfect fit for our team.
The Role:
As an Estate Planning Legal Assistant at our law firm, you will play a crucial role in supporting our estate planning team and ensuring the smooth operation of our legal processes. Your responsibilities will include managing physical and electronic files, prioritizing projects and deadlines, preparing legal documents, maintaining calendars, and providing administrative support. You will also have the opportunity to handle special projects as assigned, allowing you to expand your skills and experience in the legal field.
What We're Looking For:
To be successful in this role, you will need 2-4 years of experience as a legal assistant, preferably with experience supporting multiple areas of law. A High School Diploma or equivalent is also required. In addition, we are looking for someone with strong written and verbal communication skills, the ability to work both independently and in a team setting, and excellent attention to detail. Tact and discretion with confidential information are also crucial, as well as the ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines. Knowledge of case management system Aderant Total Office is preferred, as well as knowledge of DocuSign and Dropbox.
Why Work for Us:
At Eckberg Lammers, we pride ourselves on providing an inclusive work environment where our employees can grow and develop. We offer competitive compensation and benefits, including a 401(k), health insurance, life insurance, and vacation and sick-time. As a legal assistant at our law firm, you will have the opportunity to work on a variety of cases and expand your skills and experience in the legal field.
Apply Now:
If you are ready for a new challenge and have the necessary skills and experience, we encourage you to apply for our Estate Planning Legal Assistant position. Please send your cover letter, salary requirements, and resume to **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. We look forward to hearing from you!
