Estate Planning Paralegal/Legal Assistant

Introduction:

Our client, an established, successful and busy West St. Louis County law firm is seeking an experienced Paralegal and/or legal secretary to draft and prepare estate planning documents. This is an ideal opportunity for an individual who enjoys working in a small, stable, close-knit environment. If you enjoy and seek responsibility, accountability and recognition for your work and contributions, then this is the opportunity for you.

Job Description:

The primary function of the firm is estate planning and we are looking for someone who is an introvert, loves to write, possesses thoughtful communications and is observant and reflective. There are minimal client interactions, i.e., witnessing document signings but not a lot of client interactions. We are seeking someone who is and/or wants to be a career Paralegal and/or Legal Secretary, we are not seeking a current paralegal going to law school, a law school student or a law school graduate.

Knowledge & Abilities:

Expertise in the drafting legal documents is required and experience in drafting estate documents is highly desirable. The successful candidate will possess strong, hands-on working knowledge of:

• Data entry into various Microsoft software packages.
• Drafting correspondence and legal documents such as wills and trusts.
• Organize and maintain documents in a paper or electronic filing system.

Education:

College graduate and/or administrative assistant school graduate; Paralegal degree would be a plus.

Skills/Strengths:

• Strong computer skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Analytical.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability and willingness to work independently and in a team environment.

Experience:

• 2 years of hands-on paralegal /legal secretary experience.
• Strong MS Word s/w skills.
• Solid customer service skills managing multiple priorities and job demands.
• Experience working in a small to mid-sized law firm would be a plus.

Other

• Must be US work authorized.
• No billing requirements.
• Must be able to pass a background and drug screen check.
• No relocation available for position.

Benefits

• Medical insurance, 100% company paid for the employee; insurance for other family members is available at employee’s expense.
• Employee can purchase dental insurance and pay premiums with pre-tax dollars.
• 401k and employer match.
• Bonus and Profit sharing; may be earned based on the overall success of the organization against its financial goals.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $23.00 - $28.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Paralegal/Legal Assistant: 2 years (Required)

Language:

• English (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• St. Louis, MO 63141 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $23 - $28