Legal Assistant

at Robert Half in Wheaton, Illinois, United States

Job Description

Description

Job Title: Legal Assistant (Estate Planning)

Location: Wheaton

About the Company: Our client, a well-respected law firm in Wheaton, is actively seeking a Legal Assistant with at least a year of Estate Planning experience to join their dynamic team. This is a great opportunity for a motivated individual looking for a positive environment where their skills can make a significant impact.

Job Description: The chosen candidate will primarily support the firm’s Estate Planning attorneys and, as such, should be well-versed in the area.

Tasks will include:

+ Preparing and modifying legal documents such as wills, trusts, powers of attorney, etc.

+ Preliminary drafting of testamentary and trust documents according to attorney instructions.

+ Maintaining client files and managing information request follow-ups.

+ Communicating directly with clients in a courteous manner.

+ Handling confidential information.

+ Conducting legal research and other tasks as requested.

+ Assisting other team members when necessary.

Minimum Qualifications:

+ A minimum of 1-year experience in an Estate Planning environment.

+ Must be highly organized and deadline driven.

+ Excellent command of English language; solid written and oral communication skills.

+ Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

+ Bachelor’s degree or equivalent (Paralegal certification preferred).

+ Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

+ Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines.

+ High level of discretion and ethical approach to work.

Application: If you meet the above qualifications and are ready to be a part of a winning team, we would like to hear from you. Please apply directly to this posting. Thank you for your interest in this opportunity.

Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

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