Legal Assistant Wills (Hybrid)

Ross and Matthews, PC is looking to hire a Legal Assistant for the Wills Dept.

Essential Job Duties

• Observe rules of governing privileged communications and confidential information.
• Gathers information from attorney and member in order to accurately complete Wills and Powers of Attorney.
• Types and formats Wills and Powers of Attorney, proofreads work for spelling, grammar and layout, making appropriate changes. Responsible for accuracy and clarity of final copy.
• Answer incoming calls and answer member questions regarding Wills and Powers of Attorney, escalating as necessary.
• Works independently and within a team to coordinate division of workload.
• Maintain accurate departmental files, both hard copy and electronic, to ensure ease of location and appropriate retention.
• Maintain information for departmental reports.
• Performs basic office functions, such as answering, screening and directing phone calls; managing mail; and printing or copying documents.
• Adhere to firm standards of courtesy and professionalism, as well as LegalShield service standard requirements.

Secondary Job Duties

• Wills Clerk back up when required.
• Special projects as needed.
• Other tasks/projects as assigned by supervisor.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to remain seated for extended periods of time.

Education/Experience/Skill Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent. (Required)
• Must have a minimum of 2 years of office experience. Legal experience preferred.
• Accurate and proficient typing skills (50 wpm).
• Positive/upbeat and helpful temperament.
• Customer service skills/focus with demonstrated composure, ownership & professionalism.
• Analytical skills with the ability to provide appropriate information.
• Ability to handle confidential information.
• Analytical skills with the ability to provide appropriate information.
• Ability to communicate clearly, concisely and with good grammar (both verbal & written).
• Self-motivated (requiring minimal supervision) with strong multi-tasking, prioritization and organization skills.
• Ability to learn and apply new information in a fast paced, changing environment.
• Ability to follow instructions and work within policies/procedures to meet/exceed deadlines.
• Intermediate skill set in Microsoft Office.
• Experience with other office equipment such as scanners and fax machines.

Job Type

Full-time/Hourly employee
Hybrid position

Pay rate: $14/hr.

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday - Friday
• 8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Work Location: Hybrid. In-office presence is required. After 30 days of continuous employment, you will be eligible to earn remote workdays, based on performance and company policies. Must live in North Texas.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $14.00 per hour

Expected hours: 37.5 – 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Fort Worth, TX 76107

Salary : $14