Legal Assistant

Lowenhaupt & Chasnoff (est. 1908) is a law firm where high-quality estate planning, tax and fiduciary advisory services and impeccable responsiveness are provided to our clients. This is a busy role that requires someone who is capable of prioritizing using a professional and proactive approach. This position provides an opportunity to work in an environment where you will be working with seasoned attorneys, using and developing valuable skills and information. We offer the ability to use your professional experience as you support our firm’s strategies and policies.

Only applicants that submit a current resume, two references and cover letter will be considered for the position. Please include relevant coursework and GPA.

Skills & Background Required:

• Previous office support experience required
• Organizational and analytical skills, and ability to establish priorities
• Strong skills in proof-reading, spelling and grammar
• Exceptional communication skills with proficiency in writing and communicating in fluent English; ability to compose documents and emails in appropriate business style using correct grammar and spelling; ability to communicate clearly using proper grammar and diction
• Experience using Microsoft Office, Windows PC systems and Adobe Acrobat
• Familiarity with estate and trust documents and legal principles

Personal Characteristics Required:

• Discretion and commitment to confidentiality regarding client details
• Professional, confident and caring demeanor; ability to engender trust and rapport
• Critical thinking; ability to apply common-sense to understand projects
• Good judgment, communication skills, conscientiousness and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple projects to meet deadlines
• Willingness to adhere to processes and report to multiple supervisors
• To perform the essential functions of the position, you must be able to be both mobile and stationary throughout the workday, have the ability to lift 20 pounds, have a valid driver license, operating vehicle and ability to handle local errands, and be able to operate a computer and other equipment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide a wide array of legal document support
• Read, organize and summarize incoming mail
• Edit, copy, scan and assemble documents; prepare US Mail and Federal Express packages
• Make and answer telephone calls with professionalism following protocols
• Maintain, schedule and organize Outlook Calendars, Mail and Contacts
• Communicate with clients and other outside parties
• Support office operations; keep office spaces organized and tidy
• Organize electronic materials and maintain client files pursuant to systems and procedures
• Create professional documents, spreadsheets and correspondence
• Develop an understanding of clients and familiarity with their personal, legal and tax affairs
• Keep team members informed on a consistent basis of new or changing issues.

Experience You Will Gain as a Legal Assistant:

• Ability to work on a wide variety of matters throughout the day
• Ability to work collaboratively with a team
• Ability to develop areas of expertise within the field

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Temporary

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Free parking
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person