Estate & Trust Law Practice Assistant

Frost Brown Todd Llp; Newport Beach (CA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

FBT Gibbons LLP in Newport Beach seeks a Legal Practice Assistant to support attorneys in trust administration, estate planning and probate matters. You will draft, revise and format documents and manage calendars.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years of legal practice assistant experience, strong MS Office skills, and the ability to handle confidential information in a fast-paced firm. You will collaborate with colleagues and adapt to shifting priorities while providing excellent client service.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2+ years of legal practice assistant experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Ability to learn CST workflow application and other firm softwares.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Professional communication with clients and internal staff.
• Ability to handle confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Understand practice area needs and support partner teams.
• Draft, revise and format legal documents and correspondence.
• Open new files and manage business intake tasks.
• Maintain and manage timekeeper calendars and meeting logistics.
• Support client development activities and client communications.
• Assist with overflow work and other duties to support attorneys.

Skills

Legal support

MS Office

Communication

Discretion

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

CST workflow

Microsoft Office

Job description

FBT Gibbons LLP in Newport Beach seeks a Legal Practice Assistant to support attorneys in trust administration, estate planning and probate matters. You will draft, revise and format documents and manage calendars.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years of legal practice assistant experience, strong MS Office skills, and the ability to handle confidential information in a fast-paced firm. You will collaborate with colleagues and adapt to shifting priorities while providing excellent client service.