Legal Secretary

The Legal Secretary will support two attorneys in their Stamford, CT office. This person will process attorney time entry, correspondence, and another documents and manage calendars.

Client Details

This role is with a premier law firm with a longstanding reputation for providing sophisticated legal services to high-net-worth individuals, families, and businesses. Founded in 1909, the firm specializes in trusts and estates, corporate law, and litigation with multiple offices across the US.

Description

• Deliver comprehensive administrative and clerical support to two attorneys
• Prepare and process legal correspondence, time entries, and documentation
• Manage client communications, including selecting appropriate delivery services (e.g., FedEx, UPS, USPS)
• Draft routine estate planning documents such as Powers of Attorney, Advance Directives, HIPAA Authorizations, and related materials
• Organize and maintain client files, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality
• Coordinate client meetings and manage attorney schedules and calendars
• Assemble and prepare post-execution client binders
• Serve as a witness or notary for document signings as needed
• Willingness to work overtime as requested

Profile

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Familiarity with Connecticut probate courts and judicial systems, including the e-filing portal and CSC e-recording platform
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Outlook, and document management systems like iManage; knowledge of Olympus, Aderant, GEMS, Westlaw, Lexis/Nexis, and ChromeRiver is a plus (training available)
• Strong organizational abilities with exceptional attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to prioritize tasks, multitask, and work independently in a fast-paced environment

Job Offer

• Salary range: $60,000 - $70,000, commensurate with experience
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Eligible for overtime; this is a non-exempt position
• Generous Paid Time Off (25 days per calendar year)
• Standard 35-hour work week

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