Legal Assistant

Description

Our client, a full-service law firm, is seeking a Legal Assistant to join their Trusts & Estates practice group in Boston, MA. In this role, you will provide critical administrative and document support to attorneys and paralegals specializing in estate planning, probate, and estate administration.

Location:

Boston, MA

Schedule:

Hybrid (4 days in, 1 day remote)

Salary: $85,000 - $100,000 (DOE) + bonuses + amazing benefits!

Responsibilities:

+ Prepare, assemble, and organize estate planning document binders (both physical and electronic)

+ Format, proofread, and finalize estate planning documents (e.g., wills, trusts, powers of attorney, health care directives)

+ Maintain and organize client files within the firm's document management system

+ Upload, save, and properly profile documents according to firm protocols

+ Assist with client intake, scheduling, and follow-up communications

+ Coordinate document execution appointments and prepare signature packets

+ Scan, copy, and electronically file documents

+ Maintain templates and update standard forms as needed

+ Manage calendars, deadlines, and task lists for attorneys

+ Provide general administrative support to the Trusts & Estates team

Requirements

Requirements:

+ 4+ years administrative experience in a Trusts & Estates practice area required

+ Experience preparing estate planning binders strongly preferred

+ Proficiency with document management systems (e.g., iManage, Net Documents, or similar platforms)

+ Strong Microsoft Office skills (Word formatting, PDF management, Outlook)

+ Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills

+ Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines

+ Professional communication skills and client service orientation

+ Ability to handle confidential information with discretion

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