Title: Legal Assistant, Wills

Essential Job Duties:

• Observes rules of governing privileged communications and confidential information.
• Gathers information from attorney and members in order to accurately complete legal documents, such as Wills and Powers of Attorney.
• Types and formats Wills and Powers of Attorney on behalf of attorneys, clients and the firm. Proofreads work for spelling, grammar and layout, making appropriate changes. Responsible for accuracy and clarity of final copy.
• Takes incoming calls and answers members' questions regarding Wills and Powers of Attorney.
• Works independently and within a team to coordinate division of workload.
• Maintains accurate departmental files, both hard copy and electronic, to ensure ease of location and appropriate retention of legal documents.
• Maintains departmental records.
• Adheres to firm standards of courtesy and professionalism, as well as LegalShield service standard requirements.

Secondary Job Duties

• Wills Clerk back up when required.
• Special projects as needed.
• Other tasks/projects as assigned by supervisor.

Education/Experience/Skill Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 5 years office experience. Legal experience preferred.
• Accurate and proficient typing skills (55 wpm).
• Positive/upbeat and helpful temperament.
• Customer service skills/focus with demonstrated composure, ownership & professionalism.
• Analytical skills with the ability to provide appropriate information.
• Ability to handle confidential information.
• Analytical skills with the ability to provide appropriate information.
• Ability to communicate clearly, concisely and with good grammar (both verbal & written).
• Self-motivated (requiring minimal supervision) with strong multi-tasking, prioritization and organization skills.
• Ability to learn and apply new information in a fast paced, changing environment.
• Ability to follow instructions and work within policies/procedures to meet/exceed deadlines.
• Intermediate skill set in Microsoft Office.
• Experience with other office equipment such as scanners and fax machines.
• Must be comfortable interacting with members and attorneys on a daily basis.

Job Type: Full-time
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Hybrid position

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $14.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Fort Worth, TX 76107