What are the responsibilities and job description for the Trust and Estates Administrative Assistant position at REID AND RIEGE, PC?
Reid and Riege, P.C., a mid-sized law firm with offices in Hartford and New Haven, seeks a Legal Administrative Assistant for its New Haven office. The ideal candidate will have 3 or more years of experience in a law firm setting; a background in estate planning, estate settlement, and trust administration is a strong plus. This role calls for exceptional organizational skills and the ability to provide comprehensive administrative support to attorneys, paralegals, and clients.
Primary Duties
• Provide comprehensive administrative support to attorneys and paralegals, including call screening, meeting coordination, light reception, and general office support.
• Handle confidential client information in a professional and trustworthy manner.
• Multi-task in an evolving environment with minimal supervision, remaining flexible and managing changing priorities as they arise.
Requirements:• 3 years of administrative experience in a law firm setting.
• Outstanding proofreading and follow-up skills; a detail-oriented self-starter able to work independently, meet time-sensitive deadlines, and prioritize effectively.
• Proficiency in Word, Outlook, Excel, and document management and time-entry systems.
• A strong willingness to learn and the ability to interpret and follow instructions quickly and efficiently.
• A collaborative team player with a patient, compassionate orientation toward client service.
Growth Opportunities
• This position offers a path to advance to a Paralegal role within the department, supported by on-the-job mentoring from our attorneys and paralegals and by continuing-education opportunities.
• We offer a professional and supportive work environment, a 35-hour work week, and a competitive salary and benefits package.
Benefits
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
Schedule: Monday to Friday
Reid and Riege is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to workforce diversity.