Legal Practice Assistant (Trusts & Estates)

Ray Thomas; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

18 days PTO

12+ paid holidays

Job summary

Ray Thomas in Columbia, SC, seeks a Legal Practice Assistant to support its Trusts & Estates practice. This key role assists with document prep, calendar management, and client communications, offering exposure to a broad estate planning practice within a nationally recognized firm.

The successful candidate will maintain confidentiality, provide billing support, and coordinate correspondence in a collaborative, client-focused environment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of Legal Assistant or Paralegal experience.
• Prior law firm experience.
• Trusts & Estates or Estate Planning experience preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, edit, proofread, and format legal documents.
• Manage attorney calendars, meetings, and scheduling.
• Handle time entry and billing support.
• Communicate professionally with clients and outside contacts; Coordinate correspondence and administrative support.
• Assist with document production and file management.
• Maintain confidentiality while supporting a busy legal practice.

Skills

Client-facing communication

Attention to detail

Organization

Tools

E-filing software

Time entry systems

Document management systems

Job description

Legal Practice Assistant (Trusts & Estates)

Columbia, SC

A top ranked growing national law firm is seeking a Legal Practice Assistant to support its Trusts & Estates practice in Columbia, SC. This is an excellent opportunity to join a firm known for its outstanding culture, long-tenured employees, and continued growth.

This position is ideal for someone who is professional, detail-oriented, and enjoys working directly with clients while supporting a well rounded attorney practice.

Why You'll Love This Opportunity

• Join a growing national law firm with an outstanding reputation
• Excellent culture with exceptional employee retention
• Many managers and team members have been with the firm for 20+ years
• Recently merged with another large firm, creating exciting long-term growth opportunities
• Strong work-life balance
• 18 days PTO
• 12+ paid holidays
• Stable, long-term career opportunity

What You'll Be Doing

• Prepare, edit, proofread, and format legal documents
• Manage attorney calendars, meetings, and scheduling
• Handle time entry and billing support
• Communicate professionally with clients and outside contactsCoordinate correspondence and administrative support
• Assist with document production and file management
• Maintain confidentiality while supporting a busy legal practice

What We're Looking For

• 2+ years of Legal Assistant or Paralegal experience
• Prior law firm experience
• Trusts & Estates or Estate Planning experience is preferred, but not required
• Strong client-facing and communication skills
• Excellent organization and attention to detail
• Experience with legal document preparation and formatting
• Time entry experience
• E-filing experience is a plus