Trust & Estates Legal Assistant
- $70,000 - $90,000
- Dallas, TX
Award winning Dallas firm looking to bring on a trust and estates legal assistant!
A bit about us:
We are an established, Dallas-based business law firm that is specifically positioned to serve business clients with multiple legal needs. Our bench of purposefully selected attorneys excel at forming lasting relationships that are built upon exemplary service, proven expertise, and a level of efficiency and value that only experienced lawyers can achieve.
We are seeking an experienced trust and estates legal assistant to join our growing team!
We are seeking an experienced trust and estates legal assistant to join our growing team!
Why join us?
- Meaningful Work with Best in Class Firm
- Competitive Compensation Package!
- Complete Benefits Package!
Job Details
Job Details:
We are seeking an experienced Trust & Estates Legal Assistant to join our high-performing legal team. The successful candidate will have a minimum of 2 years of experience and possess a deep understanding of probate asset lists.
Responsibilities:
1. Provide comprehensive administrative and legal support to attorneys specializing in trusts and estates.
2. Assist in the preparation of probate asset lists and other related documents.
3. Maintain and organize all trust and estate files, ensuring all important documents are accurately filed and easy to locate.
4. Liaise with clients, court personnel, and other parties, demonstrating professionalism and excellent communication skills at all times.
5. Assist in the preparation of legal documents, including wills, trusts, and estate plan documents.
6. Coordinate and schedule meetings, court dates, and other important events.
Qualifications:
1. A minimum of 2 years of experience as a Trust & Estates Legal Assistant or in a similar role.
2. Proven experience in Drafting estate planning packages, preparing probate asset lists, handle probate process ‘start to finish’ & prepare probate documents for efiling & court appearances; calendaring dates in relation to same; scheduling hearing dates & preparing for / attending Will signings.
3. Excellent knowledge of trust and estate law and procedures.
4. Strong research and report-writing skills.
5. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
6. Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
7. Exceptional interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with clients, attorneys, and court personnel.
Join our team and contribute to our firm's legacy of excellence in the legal field. This role offers a unique opportunity to further develop your career in trusts and estates law, working alongside some of the most respected attorneys in the industry. We offer a competitive compensation package and a supportive work environment where your skills and contributions will be valued. If you are a dedicated professional with a passion for law, we want to hear from you.
We are seeking an experienced Trust & Estates Legal Assistant to join our high-performing legal team. The successful candidate will have a minimum of 2 years of experience and possess a deep understanding of probate asset lists.
Responsibilities:
1. Provide comprehensive administrative and legal support to attorneys specializing in trusts and estates.
2. Assist in the preparation of probate asset lists and other related documents.
3. Maintain and organize all trust and estate files, ensuring all important documents are accurately filed and easy to locate.
4. Liaise with clients, court personnel, and other parties, demonstrating professionalism and excellent communication skills at all times.
5. Assist in the preparation of legal documents, including wills, trusts, and estate plan documents.
6. Coordinate and schedule meetings, court dates, and other important events.
Qualifications:
1. A minimum of 2 years of experience as a Trust & Estates Legal Assistant or in a similar role.
2. Proven experience in Drafting estate planning packages, preparing probate asset lists, handle probate process ‘start to finish’ & prepare probate documents for efiling & court appearances; calendaring dates in relation to same; scheduling hearing dates & preparing for / attending Will signings.
3. Excellent knowledge of trust and estate law and procedures.
4. Strong research and report-writing skills.
5. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
6. Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
7. Exceptional interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with clients, attorneys, and court personnel.
Join our team and contribute to our firm's legacy of excellence in the legal field. This role offers a unique opportunity to further develop your career in trusts and estates law, working alongside some of the most respected attorneys in the industry. We offer a competitive compensation package and a supportive work environment where your skills and contributions will be valued. If you are a dedicated professional with a passion for law, we want to hear from you.
Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.