Lewis Rice LLC, a large and well-established downtown law firm, is seeking a full-time Estate Planning Legal Assistant to support attorneys in our Estate Planning Department. This role is ideal for a dependable and collaborative professional who thrives in a team-focused environment. This position works a 35-hour work week, offers an excellent salary commensurate with experience and an excellent comprehensive benefits package including major medical plans, 401(k) plan and paid parking.
Electronically file court documents with state and local courts
Provide administrative and legal support to attorneys and paralegals in estate planning and estate administration matters
Assist with the preparation of deeds and conduct property record and deed searches
Process, distribute, and coordinate outgoing and incoming mail, including FedEx shipments
Open and maintain client and matter records using the firm's client management system
Reconcile invoices and expense reports
Scan, organize, save, and maintain estate planning and estate administration documents and files
Proofread, edit, and format legal documents, correspondence, and other materials for accuracy and consistency
Coordinate meetings, schedules, and critical deadlines for attorneys and clients
Notarize legal documents as required
