Our well-established Peterborough law office specializing in estate and trust planning and administration seeks a well-organized, highly-motivated individual with fast-paced office experience for a full-time receptionist/legal assistant position. This is a position that involves daily interaction with current and potential clients who may be dealing with all manner of legal issues, so a pleasant and helpful demeanor and a keen ability to listen and ask the right questions are critical. The legal assistant functions will include working closely with our attorneys to prepare a significant volume of estate planning documents and to deal with a variety of general office tasks. The position will also require a flexible and cooperative team player with a high level of attention to detail and excellent organizational and people skills. Absolute confidentiality as to our clients and their personal information will be critical. Prior law office experience is preferred, but candidates with transferable skills are invited to apply. Proficiency with common office software, particularly Word, is a must. Compensation will be commensurate with experience. Please send inquiries and resumes to peterboroughlegalposition@gmail.com.
Required skills
- Estate Planning
- Microsoft Office
- Clerical Experience
- Family Law / Legal Experience
- Interacting with Clients
- Knowledge in MS Word