Legal Assistant/Paralegal
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Robert Half
Durham, NC (In Person)
Full-Time
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Description ? Administrative Assistant / Paralegal (Estate Planning) ? ? Boutique Law Firm | High-Net-Worth Clientele | Fast-Paced Environment Are you a detail-oriented, proactive professional who thrives in a fast-moving environment and takes pride in staying three steps ahead? A highly respected boutique estate planning practice is seeking a polished Administrative Assistant / Paralegal to serve as a true right hand to a senior partner. This is a unique opportunity to support a high-performing attorney and gain invaluable exposure to sophisticated matters involving high-net-worth individuals and families. ? What You'll Do As An Administrative Assistant / Paralegal ✅ Manage complex scheduling, travel arrangements, and calendar coordination ✅ Draft, edit, and finalize legal documents and client communications ✅ Serve as a professional point of contact for clients and external partners ✅ Track attorney time and maintain organized files and shared systems ✅ Anticipate needs and deliver ahead of deadlines—before being asked ✅ Handle day-to-day administrative functions including scanning, filing, and document management ✅ Prepare spreadsheets and assist with data tracking/reporting Requirements ? What We're Looking For ✔️ Meticulous attention to detail with exceptional follow-up (and follow-through!) ✔️ Strong written communication—clear, polished, and grammatically sound emails ✔️ Tech-savvy with MS Word, Outlook, Excel, and document systems ✔️ Self-sufficient and resourceful—minimal hand-holding required ✔️ Ability to thrive under pressure in a fast-paced, high-expectations environment ✔️ Professional presence—reliable, confident, and client-facing ready ✔️ Ability to interpret direction and think critically to connect the dots ?
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• Paralegal certificate • Notary (or willingness to obtain) ? Why This Opportunity Stands Out ✨ Work directly with an extremely accomplished, high-producing partner ✨ Join a tight-knit, collaborative boutique firm environment ✨ Gain exposure to sophisticated estate planning and wealth strategies ✨ Be valued for initiative, effort, and anticipation of needs ? Compensation & Benefits ? 100% employer-paid health & vision coverage ? Dental + dependent coverage options at preferred rates ? Annual bonus potential (historically strong performance payouts) ? 401(k) with automatic employer contribution (even if you don't contribute!) ?️ Free parking ⏱️ Work-life understanding and flexibility when life happens ? The Ideal Candidate You are the person who never drops the ball, notices what others miss, and takes pride in making your executive's life easier. You don't wait to be told—you anticipate, execute, and deliver. If you're ready to bring your organizational excellence, professionalism, and initiative to a role where your impact truly matters, we'd love to connect. ? Apply Today #RobertHalf #LegalJobs #Paralegal #AdministrativeAssistant #EstatePlanning #LegalSupport #AtlantaJobs #CareerOpportunity #HiringNow #LegalCareers Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. Robert Half is not a law firm and does not provide legal representation. Robert Half project lawyers do not constitute a law firm among themselves. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) and Privacy Notice (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/privacy) .Similar jobs in Durham, NC
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