Trust and Estates Legal Assistant

Because a great law firm begins with great people.
 

At Rivkin Radler, we are always looking for professionals who share our passion for the law and commitment to total client satisfaction. Rivkin Radler has approximately 235 lawyers, with offices in Albany, N.Y.; Hackensack, N.J.; Jacksonville, F.L.; New York City; Poughkeepsie, N.Y.; and Uniondale, N.Y.  The firm actively encourages equal opportunity and diversity, through mentoring, training, professional development, and public service programs.

The firm offers competitive salaries in addition to a comprehensive benefits plan which includes medical and dental insurance, group term life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, long-term disability insurance, optional term life insurance, flexible spending accounts, Aflac, 401(k), paid time off, referral bonuses and paid holidays.

Rivkin Radler LLP is seeking a Full Time, experienced Legal Assistant for our Uniondale office to assist attorneys who focus their practice on the areas of Trusts and Estates. EOE.

REQUIREMENTS:

Applicants must:

• Have a minimum of 5+ years of law firm experience and a background in the areas of Trusts and Estates. 
• Be proactive and able to assist with the preparation of legal documents, including Wills, Trusts, Health Care Proxies, Living Wills and Powers of Attorney and provide attorneys with administrative support.
• Candidate should enjoy working with clients and their families and pride themselves on attention to detail and organization.
• Be able to type 55+ wpm and have excellent spelling, grammar and organizational skills, as well as the ability to multi-task and work both independently and as a team member.
• Experience with NetDocs a plus.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Keeping cases organized by establishing and organizing files; monitoring calendars; meeting deadlines; documenting actions; entering information into file database and case management software; confirming case status with attorney.
• Answering telephone calls; maintaining client contact; scheduling meetings,
• Assisting attorneys with creating, formatting, and revising retainer letters and other legal documents.
• Straight typing, proofreading work for accuracy prior to returning to attorneys.
• Maintaining attorney schedules.
• Entering attorney time using Expert Time.
• Submitting expense and reimbursement reports using Chrome River.
• Managing and prioritize incoming email and correspondence.
• Scanning and e-mailing documents.
• E-Filing
• Attending Will signings
• Exhibiting patience, empathy, and professional maturity at all times.
• Demonstrating an attitude of cooperation with legal staff, peers, and administrators.

The ideal candidate is a team player, comfortable with emerging technology, and willing to take on new challenges and increasing their skill set.

Hybrid Hours:

Monday-Friday, 9am – 5pm with the flexibility to work overtime when needed

Minimum 3 days a week in office

2 days a week remotely

Congenial fast paced environment, we offer competitive salary and benefits. EOE

The annualized salary range for this position is $55,000 to $75,000. Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law.