Overview We are seeking a dependable, organized, and client-focused Legal Assistant to join our New Milford office. This full-time position provides administrative, front desk, and legal support to attorneys, paralegals, and clients, with a focus on estate planning matters. The ideal candidate will bring strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills, professionalism, and the ability to support both daily office operations and time-sensitive legal workflows. Duties
- Assist attorneys and paralegals with administrative tasks, including data entry, copying, scanning, filing, correspondence, calendars, and document organization.
- Prepare, assemble, mail, and organize estate planning documents, client packets, signing materials, and related correspondence.
- Support client signing appointments, including preparing materials and serving as a witness when needed.
- Support the estate planning team with mailings, scanning, land records mailings, conflict check support, conforming, file closing tasks, and other administrative or legal support assignments
- Provide front desk coverage, greet clients and visitors, answer calls, schedule appointments, and support client intake.
- Handle incoming and outgoing mail, deliveries, FedEx coordination, document mailings, and filings with town clerks or other third parties.
- Assist with maintaining original documents and records.
- Support office operations by preparing conference rooms, stocking supplies, coordinating supply needs, and assisting the estate planning team with overflow tasks.
- Assist with Marketing events Qualifications
- Experience with Microsoft Office
- Strong organizational skills with great attention to detail
- Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
- Ability to prioritize workload effectively
- Previous experience working in a professional office setting is preferred
Pay:
From $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Disability insurance Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Opportunities for advancement Paid time off Professional development assistance Vision insurance
Work Location:
In person