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The Salmon Law Firm, PLLC Full-Time Legal Assistant Position for Real Estate Transactions (no sales), Production of Legal Documents, Managing Client Files, Greeting Clients, Answering Phones and more. M-F 8:00AM TO 5:00PM SALARY $20.00 - $22.00 PER

HOUR DEPENDING UPON EXPERIENCE

We offer a generous holiday schedule, two weeks paid vacation per year and a Simple IRA with employer partial match.

THIS POSITION INVOLVES THE FOLLOWING

• Production of Real Estate Documents for transfers between family members (no sales)
• Electronic filing of documents with the County Clerk(s)
• Preparation of New Client Files, Power of Attorneys and Health Care Proxies
• Coordinating and managing files in a timely manner and keeping on schedule
• Greeting clients in a friendly, professional manner.
• Client Contact in person and on the phone.
• Answering phones, taking, and relaying accurate messages to office staff.
• Copying, filing, and typing
• Document and file preparation
• Proof reading
• Running errands
• Various other duties as assigned

YOU MUST HAVE THE FOLLOWING SKILLS AND QUALITIES

• Secretarial, Administrative and/or office experience required
• Knowledge of real estate and/or estate planning a plus
• Must be proficient in MS Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Pleasant and approachable with a positive attitude
• Candidate must be neat and organized
• Accuracy and attention to detail is essential
• Strong Proofreading skills
• Able to take direction with a strong desire to learn
• Adept at multi-tasking and working in a fast-paced environment
• Willingness to assist team members as needed to complete urgent matters and projects upon request
• Valid NYS Driver's License
• Notary Public Certification a plus.

If you are not a Notary Public you will be required to become certified.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$20.00 - $22.00 per hour Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Work Location:

In person