What are the responsibilities and job description for the Legal Assistant position at Karisch Jonas Law, PLLC?
Small estate planning and probate law firm is seeking a full-time legal assistant. We work with clients who are facing complicated and emotional decisions, and it is important to us to provide high quality services in a kind and patient way. We support each other to make it possible to prioritize our clients’ needs.
Attention to detail and high standards for written documents are very important parts of this role. The ideal candidate will be able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment supporting three attorneys. The ideal candidate will give a high level of attention to detail in their work, while also having their own drive to complete individual and firm-level projects. We are looking for someone who has good judgment about when to look for answers or information independently and when to ask for help. We enjoy a supportive and fun work environment.
This is a 100% in-person role at our office in the Arboretum area of Austin, 5 days a week, 8-5.
Job duties will include the following:
- Providing administrative support to 3 attorneys, including managing calendars, document processing, filing, and deadlines
- Having direct contact with clients by phone, email, and in person
- Helping with document preparation and information gathering
- Updating forms, managing occasional data-gathering and communication projects, and file set up and closing
- Processing incoming and outgoing mail, UPS, FedEx, Courier services
- Front desk duties 2-3 days a week: answering phones, greeting and seating clients, preparing refreshments
We are looking for someone who is:
- Proactive, with an independent work style
- Able to prioritize multiple tasks and projects appropriately
- Enthusiastic about growing with the firm
- Comfortable interacting with clients
- Well organized, detail-oriented, and professional
- Familiar with Word and Excel, open to learning new technology
- Excellent at writing and communication
- Experience in a law office preferred
- Texas Notary is a plus
Salary range: $40,000 - $50,000 based on experience
Benefits:
- 401k
- Paid vacation and sick time
- Paid family leave
Apply by sending a cover letter addressed to Julia Jonas and a resume to hiring@texasprobate.com.
Salary : $40,000 - $50,000