What are the responsibilities and job description for the Estate Planning Legal Assistant position at gpac?
Legal Assistant
Our client is a well known law firm with a strong presence in the Chicago Suburbs, known for providing top-tier legal services. The firm is currently seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Legal Assistant to join their dynamic estate planning team. This role offers a fantastic opportunity for a dedicated professional to contribute to a collaborative legal environment and support attorneys in delivering exceptional service to clients.
Key Responsibilities
All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.
GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.
Our client is a well known law firm with a strong presence in the Chicago Suburbs, known for providing top-tier legal services. The firm is currently seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Legal Assistant to join their dynamic estate planning team. This role offers a fantastic opportunity for a dedicated professional to contribute to a collaborative legal environment and support attorneys in delivering exceptional service to clients.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide administrative support to attorneys, including managing schedules, coordinating meetings, and maintaining calendars.
- Prepare and format legal documents, including pleadings, correspondence, and discovery materials.
- File documents with courts and ensure compliance with court deadlines.
- Assist with case management by organizing files, tracking case progress, and maintaining client records.
- Conduct basic legal research and compile information relevant to cases.
- Communicate with clients, court personnel, and other legal professionals on behalf of attorneys.
- Manage billing and invoicing tasks, including tracking attorney time and client expenses.
- Assist in trial preparation by organizing exhibits, coordinating witnesses, and preparing trial binders.
- 3 years of experience working on sophisticated estate planning and estate administration matters, have a 'deadline oriented' attitude, and a desire for significant client interaction.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook), WordPerfect and legal practice management software.
- Familiarity with Illinois court procedures and e-filing systems.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
- Knowledge of WealthCounsel, Time Matters and Juris, a plus
- Opportunities for professional growth.
- Competitive salary range based on experience.
- 401k Medical, Dental, Disability, Life Ins.
- Salary range is based on experience and may vary from what is represented in the job posting.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.
GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.
Salary : $65,000 - $95,000
