What are the responsibilities and job description for the Trusts and Estates Administrative Assistant position at Reid & Riege Attorneys?
Job Description
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 three 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.
Qualifications
Three or more 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.
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