Legal Secretary

This position provides comprehensive administrative and legal support to a single attorney, ensuring efficient management of daily tasks such as time entry, document preparation, billing coordination, and court filings. The role requires a proactive and detail-oriented individual who can maintain accurate records, handle scheduling, and manage a variety of communications with minimal supervision.

Client Details

The client is a reputable and well-established law firm with a strong presence in estate planning, probate, and trust administration. They emphasize a professional and collaborative environment where administrative staff play a vital role in supporting attorneys and ensuring that client matters are handled with accuracy, discretion, and efficiency.

Description

• Daily entry and reconciliation of attorney time
• Drafting and finalizing legal documents and correspondence
• Collaborating on billing and expense reporting
• Preparing probate court documents and managing eFiling
• Maintaining attorney calendars, files, and handling mail and communication logistics

Profile

• Exceptionally organized and detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Experienced in supporting attorneys in a legal setting, preferably with knowledge of probate and Connecticut court
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• Skilled in Microsoft Office, legal software (iManage, Aderant, etc.), and electronic court filing systems
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Able to work independently, meet deadlines, and adapt to changing priorities

Job Offer

• Salary range of $70,000 to $80,000, depending on experience
• Competitive benefits package, including healthcare and retirement
• 25 days of Paid Time Off annually
• 35-hour work week with eligibility for overtime
• Opportunity to work in a professional and supportive legal environment

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