Legal Assistant

LHH Recruitment Solutions; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

LHH Recruitment Solutions is assisting a well-established law firm in Dallas. The Trusts & Estates / Probate Legal Assistant will support a busy estate planning and probate practice, handling documents, calendars, and client communications in a fast-paced environment.

Ideal candidates will have 1+ years of experience in Trusts & Estates, strong transactional background, and proficiency in MS Office and Aderant. Detailed document work and billing support are key aspects of the role.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience as a Legal Assistant supporting Trusts & Estates, Probate, or Estate Planning attorneys
• Strong background in transactional Trusts & Estates work
• Experience with: Trust Administration; Estate and Trust Documentation

Responsibilities

• Support attorneys with estate planning, trust administration, and probate matters
• Draft, revise, proofread, and format wills, trusts, powers of attorney, probate pleadings, and related legal documents
• Prepare and file probate court documents and maintain case files
• Organize and manage electronic and physical client records
• Coordinate attorney calendars, appointments, meetings, and conference calls
• Communicate professionally with clients, courts, financial institutions, and other third parties
• Track deadlines and maintain case calendars
• Arrange travel accommodations and process reimbursement requests as needed
• Assist with billing matters, including reviewing and processing prebills and invoices
• Provide general administrative and legal support to attorneys and practice group members

Skills

Estate planning experience

Trusts & Estates experience

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Aderant

Job description

Salary: Up to $75,000 annually, depending on experience

A well-established law firm is seeking a detail-oriented Trusts & Estates / Probate Legal Assistant to support a busy and growing estate planning and probate practice. This role is ideal for a legal professional with experience in estate planning, trust administration, and probate matters who thrives in a fast-paced, client-focused environment.

This is a transactional Trusts & Estates position and is not focused on contested probate or litigation.

Key Responsibilities

• Support attorneys with estate planning, trust administration, and probate matters
• Draft, revise, proofread, and format wills, trusts, powers of attorney, probate pleadings, and related legal documents
• Prepare and file probate court documents and maintain case files
• Organize and manage electronic and physical client records
• Coordinate attorney calendars, appointments, meetings, and conference calls
• Communicate professionally with clients, courts, financial institutions, and other third parties
• Track deadlines and maintain case calendars
• Arrange travel accommodations and process reimbursement requests as needed
• Assist with billing matters, including reviewing and processing prebills and invoices
• Provide general administrative and legal support to attorneys and practice group members

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience as a Legal Assistant supporting Trusts & Estates, Probate, or Estate Planning attorneys
• Strong background in transactional Trusts & Estates work
• Experience with:
  • Trust Administration
  • Estate and Trust Documentation
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail
• Exceptional organizational, communication, and client service skills

Skills & Knowledge

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Experience with legal billing software; Aderant experience preferred
• Typing speed of 70+ WPM preferred
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong proofreading and document formatting abilities
• Working knowledge of county and state court filing procedures
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced legal environment

Why Apply?

• Join a respected legal team with a thriving Trusts & Estates practice
• Work closely with experienced attorneys on sophisticated estate planning and probate matters
• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Professional, collaborative, and supportive work environment