Job description

Legal Assistant

Arlington, Va 22205

$23-$25/hour Full Time

Our estate planning law firm located in Arlington, Virginia, is seeking a bright, self-starting, presentable, friendly person with a positive attitude and a "can do" frame of mind as an estate planning and elder law legal assistant/paralegal.

We require a responsible, conscientious and organized individual comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.

Candidates must possess strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a propensity for software and technology-based projects. You will have significant client contact, so professional communication skills are critical. Having a car is imperative.

Candidates must have experience and comfort using Word to prepare correspondence and documents, Excel spreadsheets and the ability to navigate online filings and databases as well as other software or technology-based programs necessary in the day-to-day operations of our firm.

Examples of typical job duties include supporting other paralegals, communicating with clients, maintaining attorney calendars, tracking progress of estate planning projects, preparing legal documents (wills, trusts, deeds, etc.), assisting with estate planning document executions, photocopying and mailing documents, preparing letters and invoices, entering transactions into accounting programs, preparing annual accountings.

After training period, potentially visiting clients at nursing and assisted living facilities, group homes, and residences, obtaining updates from healthcare providers regarding clients and preparing written reports.

The ideal candidate will have at least two years of college or experience working as a legal assistant or paralegal in a law firm. A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university is a plus, and a paralegal degree/certificate is preferred, but not a requirement.

Background checks are required

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $48,000.00 - $54,000.00 per year

Benefits:

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

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Annandale, VA: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Microsoft Office: 1 year (Required)
• Law: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: One location

jjbodyshop.com is the go-to platform for job seekers looking for the best job postings from around the web. With a focus on quality, the platform guarantees that all job postings are from reliable sources and are up-to-date. It also offers a variety of tools to help users find the perfect job for them, such as searching by location and filtering by industry. Furthermore, jjbodyshop.com provides helpful resources like resume tips and career advice to give job seekers an edge in their search. With its commitment to quality and user-friendliness, jjbodyshop.com is the ideal place to find your next job.