We are actively seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented legal assistant to join our Wilkes-Barre team. A legal assistant performs a variety of tasks to assist clients with their estate and long-term care planning and also delivers high-quality services to staff and clients, while exhibiting commitment to integrity and excellence. This scope of responsibilities includes prioritizing, managing and following through on multiple tasks, and communicating effectively, courteously and professional with clients and staff members. On the job training is provided and no legal experience is required.
Responsibilities

• Record documents at the county courthouse as well as at the Department of State, IRS, the Office of Veteran’s Affairs, and the Department of Public Welfare.
• Draft and proofread legal documents and forms for accuracy and consistency, including but not limited to deeds, leases, wills, powers of attorney, trusts, and asset lists.
• Organize, maintain and search for hard copy and electronic files as requested by Attorneys or Executive Director.
• Attend appointments with the attorneys and interact with clients and referral sources serving as witness and/or notary during signing appointments.
• Prepare and proofread correspondence.
• Perform triaging and trust funding in accordance with firm policies and procedures.
• Perform general operational tasks including but not limited to answering the phone and forwarding messages, copying, scanning, mailings and postage, assisting drop-in clients, filing paperwork, handling voice mail messages, etc., all according to Firm policies and procedures.
• Report any potential threats to the success of Steinbacher, Goodall & Yurchak to the Executive Director or Owner.
• Maintain confidentiality of client and personnel information in accordance with Steinbacher, Goodall & Yurchak confidentiality policies and procedures.
• Other tasks, as assigned by the attorney or Executive Director.

Qualifications

• Customer service or administrative experience preferred.
• An associates or some college is preferred.
• Shows great interpersonal skills and excellent written communication.
• Shows ability to quickly finish very detailed work.
• Navigates computer programs with ease to provide a quick front-desk experience for customers.