Legal Assistant

We’re seeking a sharp legal assistant for our busy law firm who can help our attorneys and paralegals assist our clients and keep the office running smoothly. You’ll work with the team to prepare a variety of legal documents and handle office correspondence like answering emails and phone calls, scheduling meetings and travel, and reminding the team of upcoming deadlines. If you’re an excellent multitasker who thrives in a fast-paced environment, we want to hear from you

• Schedule meetings and appointments for the team, such as client meetings, phone calls, networking events, and presentations
• Processing the mail
• Updating the client management software
• Witnessing estate planning signing meetings
• Researching and finding public records
• Handle office correspondence and administrative tasks such as responding to emails and phone calls, communicating with opposing attorney offices, taking dictation, and letting the team know about upcoming deadlines
• Undertake other duties as needed to ensure the firm operates efficiently

• You should have at least 3 years experience working in a law firm.
• Some college is preferred; high school diploma or equivalent is required
• Must be able to prioritize tasks with demanding deadlines and work in a fast-paced environment
• Proficient with MS Office products
• Candidates should have strong organizational skills and communication skills

$50,000+ DOE

• IRA contributions by the firm whether or not the employee contributes – starting on month 4
• Health insurance – the first month of employment
• Paid holidays, PTO, and vacation
• Bonus

• An estate plan for you and your spouse/partner at no cost
• A growing list of benefits
• The ability to grow personally, professionally, and financially with a local, development firm
• The chance to grow with the company
• You get to work for a business owner who stresses a healthy work/life balance
• Awesome espresso, cappuccinos, and lattes in-house (better than Starbucks)
• Work for a firm that values your input, listens to your ideas and works with you to help awesome clients achieve their goals

Full-time or part-time available.

Inquiries will be kept highly confidential.

Submit your resume and cover letter as attachments to matt@kushilawfirm.com. Please explain how you have at least 3 years of experience in working in a law firm. Please be sure to write your first name spelled backward in the subject line of the email, followed by legal assistant, e.g., ADNELG, legal assistant.