An excellent opportunity is available for an experienced Legal Assistant to join a Private Client legal practice in Naples, Florida. The successful candidate will provide support to attorneys and paralegals handling sophisticated Trusts & Estates, Estate Planning, and Private Client matters.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide administrative and legal support to attorneys and paralegals within the Private Client practice
- Prepare, revise, proofread, and format legal documents and correspondence
- Assist with the preparation and assembly of estate planning documents, including wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives
- Communicate professionally with clients by phone, email, and in person
- Coordinate and schedule client meetings, appointments, deadlines, and other important dates
- Prepare and e-file court pleadings and other legal filings
- Maintain attorney calendars and monitor important deadlines
- Manage incoming correspondence and mail
- Open and close client files and maintain accurate records
- Assist with billing and time entry
- Support attorneys and paralegals with day-to-day matter management and administrative processes
- Maintain strict confidentiality of sensitive client and estate information
- Assist with additional projects and responsibilities as required
Qualifications
- 2+ years of experience as a Legal Assistant, Legal Secretary, or similar legal support professional
- Experience in Trusts & Estates, Estate Planning, Probate, or Private Client work preferred
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong command of grammar, spelling, and professional written communication
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Outlook
- Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, and competing demands
- Professional and personable approach to client communication
- Ability to work independently, take initiative, and perform effectively under pressure
- Strong commitment to confidentiality
- Ability to learn new software, systems, and procedures quickly
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will be a proactive, highly organized, and detail-oriented Legal Assistant with experience supporting attorneys in a busy legal environment. Candidates with a background in Trusts & Estates, Estate Planning, Probate, or Private Client work are particularly encouraged to apply.
This is an excellent opportunity for a legal professional looking to develop their career within a sophisticated Private Client practice in the Naples area.
Pay: $55,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
