Legal Assistant

Bricker Graydon Wyatt; Columbus (OH); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) with employer match

Life insurance

Short/Long-term disability

Parental leave

HSA with employer contribution

Flexible spending accounts

Flexible work schedules

Paid time off

Job summary

Bricker Graydon Wyatt LLP in Columbus, OH seeks a Legal Assistant for its Estate Planning & Probate Group. The role supports attorneys and clients, handles document prep, filing, calendar tracking, and overall practice support.

Requirements include a high school diploma, 3+ years as a Legal Assistant/Secretary, and 2+ years in transactional or corporate work; estate planning or probate exposure is a plus. Hybrid schedule with strong benefits and collaboration.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience as a Legal Assistant or Legal Secretary.
• Minimum of two (2) years of transactional or corporate industry experience; estate planning or probate experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and edit legal documents, correspondence, reports, and internal forms accurately and efficiently.
• Transcribe from dictation or handwritten material; draft, format, and modify documents based on attorney notes and instructions.
• Maintain calendars, schedule meetings and appointments, and monitor filing deadlines.
• Handle phone calls and visitors professionally, gathering accurate information and directing inquiries appropriately.
• Coordinate travel arrangements and submit expense reports for assigned attorneys and team members.
• Assist with pre-bill review and edits to meet monthly billing deadlines.
• Perform or oversee administrative tasks such as e-filing, creating tables of authorities/contents, managing Excel/PowerPoint files, and document formatting.
• Assign or handle administrative tasks like scanning, copying, docketing, mail distribution, time entry, and file maintenance when needed.
• Support other attorneys and legal assistants during high-volume periods or team member absences.

Skills

Typing speed 70 wpm

Microsoft Office

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

iManage

Aderant

Interaction

PreBill Manager

Teams

Job description

Location: Columbus, OH

Schedule: Hybrid(4 days in office, 1 day remote) | Monday-Friday | 8:00AM-5:00PM

Pay Range: $60,000-$72,000/yr. (Final compensation will be determined based on factors such as experience, skills, education, and internal equity.)

At Bricker Graydon Wyatt LLP, we are committed to fostering a firm culture rooted in inclusivity, collaboration, and mutual respect.

We deeply value the unique strengths, experiences, and perspectives that each team member brings. While there are many great reasons to build a career at Bricker Graydon Wyatt, the true driving force behind our success is our people. Our attorneys and professional staff define who we are—and they are the reason we thrive each day. At Bricker Graydon Wyatt, you belong.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, vision, and dental insurance, 401(k) with employer match, life insurance, firm paid short and long-term disability, parental leave, an HSA with employer contribution, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, competitive paid time off, and more.

We are seeking a Legal Assistant to join our Estate Planning & Probate Group.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Under general supervision and in accordance with Firm policies and procedures, this position provides high-level administrative support to attorneys and their clients, maintaining positive and professional communication across the board. The Legal Assistant ensures timely and accurate completion of work assigned by multiple attorneys, including document preparation, electronic filing, calendar and deadline tracking, and overall practice support.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience as a Legal Assistant or Legal Secretary
• Minimum of two (2) years of transactional or corporate industry experience; estate planning or probate experience is a plus.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES

• Strong typing, formatting, and proofreading skills with meticulous attention to detail
• Familiarity with business or corporate industry processes and legal terminology
• Exceptional organization, time management, and communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to manage calendars, deadlines, and multiple priorities effectively
• Comfortable working independently while collaborating as part of a team
• Flexible and responsive to time-sensitive demands; willingness to work beyond regular business hours when necessary
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with tools such as iManage, Aderant, Interaction, PreBill Manager, and Teams is a plus
• Adept with legal document preparation, transcription, and editing (minimum typing speed of 70 wpm)

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare and edit legal documents, correspondence, reports, and internal forms accurately and efficiently
• Transcribe from dictation or handwritten material; draft, format, and modify documents based on attorney notes and instructions
• Maintain calendars, schedule meetings and appointments, and monitor filing deadlines
• Handle phone calls and visitors professionally, gathering accurate information and directing inquiries appropriately
• Coordinate travel arrangements and submit expense reports for assigned attorneys and team members
• Assist with pre-bill review and edits to meet monthly billing deadlines
• Perform or oversee administrative tasks such as e-filing, creating tables of authorities/contents, managing Excel/PowerPoint files, and document formatting
• Assign or handle administrative tasks like scanning, copying, docketing, mail distribution, time entry, and file maintenance when needed
• Support other attorneys and legal assistants during high-volume periods or team member absences

Equipment to be Used:

Personal computer and other office equipment such as telephone, fax machine, copier, scanner, etc.

Typical Physical Demands:

Manual dexterity sufficient to operate standard office equipment

Typical Mental Demands:

Able to deal with stress associated with fast-paced work environment. Multiple priorities/tasks. Make judgment decisions and adapt to changing work situations. Grasp and apply new ideas. Communicate with various personalities at all levels.

Working Conditions:

Works in typical office setting. Occasionally called upon to work hours in excess of normal daily schedule.

Disclaimer:

The information provided in this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by incumbents within this job. It is not intended to be a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications, or working conditions required of employees assigned to this role. Management reserves the right to modify or add duties at any time. This job description is not an employment agreement or contract.

We offer a full benefits package, including paid family leave and a generous firm 401(k) contribution.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants are welcome without regard to gender, gender identity or gender expression, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity or cultural identity, national origin, religion, age, veteran status, genetics or disability. Women, minorities, LGBTQ+, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.