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Estate Planning Legal Assistant – Chicago Loop (Hybrid)
Mid-sized Chicago law firm is hiring an estate planning legal assistant to support 3-4 attorneys, including two early-career attorneys who'd benefit from a more seasoned assistant. Established estate planning practice with 15-20 people across paralegals and legal assistants.
The work is day-to-day execution: editing and formatting wills, trusts, and powers of attorney; attending signings as witness or notary; assembling closing binders; managing calendars and client communication; billing support.
What you need:
- 3-5 years as a legal secretary or assistant in estate planning or wealth preservation
- Advanced Word (styles), Outlook, PDF manipulation
- NetDocuments, Litera Compare, Winscribe a plus
- Strong proofreading and attention to detail
Logistics:
- First 90 days fully on-site, then 1 day remote
- $65K for 1-3 years but DOE
Benefits:
- BCBS health insurance
- Dental, vision, and ancillary coverage
- Paid time off, STD/LTD
- 401(k) with company match
- Pre-tax commuter and parking
- FSA and education reimbursement
Salary : $55,000 - $85,000