Legal Assistant
Description
Legal Assistant – Probate
Job Summary
We are seeking a detail-oriented Legal Assistant to support a probate practice by assisting attorneys and paralegals with case management, document preparation, and client communication. The role requires strong organizational skills, accuracy, and the ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced legal environment.
Responsibilities
- Prepare probate forms, court documents, and standard legal correspondence.
- Organize and maintain digital case files in MyCase.
- Assist with client intake, follow-ups, and case status updates.
- Ensure documents are accurate, properly formatted, and filed on time.
- Coordinate e-filing and support basic probate-related research.
- Provide general administrative support to legal staff.
Required Skills
- Prior experience in a legal environment (probate/estate planning preferred).
- Strong attention to detail and ability to learn procedures quickly.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Adobe Acrobat, and online filing systems.
- Familiarity with case management software (MyCase preferred).
- Strong organization, time management, and confidentiality practices
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