Legal Assistant

Description Robert half Legal Permanent Placement is seeking a Legal Assistant in Newport, RI. Please apply if you have legal assistant esperance, int the area of Trusts & Estates is preferred but not required. Fulltime in the office in beautiful Newport. Key Responsibilities:In this role, you will help ensure seamless estate administration services by managing a variety of legal and administrative responsibilities:

Communicating compassionately and professionally with clients and beneficiaries.

Drafting legal documents, including probate court filings, correspondence, deeds, and asset spreadsheets.

Reviewing and managing account information, along with preparing draft estate tax returns.

Organizing, maintaining, and managing client files with absolute confidentiality and precision.

Notarizing important documents.

Providing calendar management for attorneys and ensuring critical deadlines are met.

Requirements

Required Qualifications and Skills:

Education: Bachelor’s degree required; paralegal certification or equivalent experience strongly preferred.

Experience: 1-2 years in trusts & estates law or real estate; experience with legal matters or related administrative duties is beneficial.

Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel, with excellent computer literacy.

Competencies: Demonstrated strengths in organization, attention to detail, multitasking, and prioritization. Familiarity with probate processes and judicial forms is highly preferred (training available if needed).

Professionalism: Exceptional communication skills, professionalism when interacting with clients, and strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.

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