Legal Secretary (West Hartford)

The Legal Secretary will provide high-level administrative and secretarial support to attorneys in the West Hartford office. This role requires excellent organizational skills and attention to detail to ensure smooth day-to-day operations for all the legal professionals this role supports.

Client Details

This trusts and estates firm has been in operation for over 100 years and has offices in multiple states. They are highly regarding by previously placed employees for excellent, collaborative culture and fantastic opportunies for growth and continuous learning in the Legal Secretary role.

Description

• Prepare, proofread, and edit legal documents, correspondence, and reports.
• Manage attorneys' calendars, scheduling meetings, court dates, and appointments.
• Coordinate travel arrangements and prepare related expense reports.
• Handle client communication, including phone calls, emails, and in-person inquiries.
• Organize and maintain legal files, documents, and records for easy retrieval.
• Assist with billing processes, including preparing and sending invoices to clients.
• Conduct research and gather information for legal cases as needed.
• Provide general administrative support to ensure the efficient functioning of the office.

Profile

A successful Legal Secretary should have:

• 2+ years of legal secretary experience required.
• Experience in probate, trusts, and estates preferred.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Experience supporting attorneys or in a professional services environment.
• Exceptional organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Detail-oriented with a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Job Offer

• Annual salary ranging from $60,000 to $75,000, based on experience and qualifications.
• Comprehensive benefits package to support your health and well-being.
• Generous 25 days of paid time off to maintain work-life balance.
• Annual 3% salary increase to reward your contributions.
• Opportunity to work in a supportive and professional environment in West Hartford.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career as a Legal Secretary in the professional services industry, we encourage you to apply today!

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