Legal Assistant
Robert HalfHartford, CT, US12 days ago
Job type
- Permanent
Job description3–5 years of administrative or executive assistant experience (legal experience preferred but not required). Strong organizational and time management skills with attention to detail. Excellent communication skills and ability to build client relationships. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. Self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced environment. Open to recent college graduates with exceptional organizational abilities.
Job Description
Job Description
Robert Half Legal Permanent Placement is seeking a Legal Assistant for their midsized Hartford law firm client in the Trusts & Estates Department. This role provides high-level administrative support to the department chair and works closely with a collaborative team of attorneys and paralegals. In-office 5 days a week.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage calendars, schedule meetings, and maintain client contact information.
- Prepare attorneys for meetings by organizing files and documents.
- Track deadlines and ensure timely communication with clients.
- Draft initial estate planning documents (wills, powers of attorney, healthcare directives, trusts) for attorney review.
- Open, close, and maintain client files.
Qualifications
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Legal Assistant • Hartford, CT, US