Legal Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Legal Assistant. The ideal candidate will possess a willingness to learn various administrative tasks to keep our busy real estate and estate planning practice thriving. This role requires excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently in a fast-paced environment. The Legal Assistant will provide essential support to attorneys by performing administrative duties, document preparation and basic accounting.

Duties

• Assist attorney with the preparation and organization of legal documents, including contracts, deeds, tax forms, wills, trusts, and correspondence.
• Manage case files through document management systems, ensuring all documents are accurately filed and easily accessible.
• Perform data entry and maintain accurate financial record keeping for multiple files.
• Support project management efforts by tracking deadlines and coordinating schedules for closings, appointments and meetings.
• Communicate with clients, attorneys and legal assistants to gather necessary information for files.
• Review and proofread legal documents for accuracy and closing disclosures for funding compliance.
• Provide executive administrative support, including managing calendars, scheduling appointments, and handling phone communications with professionalism.
• Assist in the preparation of trial materials and exhibits for litigation proceedings.

Skills

The ideal candidate should have the following skills :