What are the responsibilities and job description for the Legal Practice Assistant position at Maynard Nexsen?
Summary
Responsible for providing all administrative support for the Tax, Trust & Estates Groups Charlotte Team.
Essential Job Functions
- Assist with preparation of documents (editing, drafting, printing)
- Time Entry & Billing
- Assist with document production for tax and estate planning engagements
- Calendaring/Phones/Meeting Arrangements
Necessary Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills and the ability to work successfully with multiple team members, interacting with employees at all levels of the organization.
- Comfortable interacting with clients and client representatives on a daily basis.
- Competent to handle a variety of activities with attention to detail and quality, with the ability to follow through and follow up, and adapt quickly to meet changing deadlines and priorities.
- Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
- Ability to complete multiple tasks and a high volume of work on short deadlines and follow through on assigned tasks with limited supervision.
- Retain a high level of flexibility and resourceful problem-solving.
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to handle sensitive information with the highest degree of integrity and confidentiality.
Educational and Experience Requirements
- High School diploma
- Associate’s degree preferred
- Prior legal experience required.
Work Environment and Physical Demands
- Ability to work extended hours when necessary.
- In office position
- Normal office environment; no unusual physical demands.