Legal Secretary

Michael Page; Stamford (CT); Presencial; USD 60.000 - 80.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive salary

35-hour work week

PTO 25 days from day one

9 paid holidays + 2 floating holidays

Comprehensive benefits: medical,Dental

Vision, Life, Disability, 401(k)

Descripción de la vacante

Michael Page is recruiting a Legal Secretary in Stamford, CT to support a team of Fiduciary Accountants with estate administration and probate filings. You will prepare and finalize tax-related documents, maintain orderly client records, and manage confidential information with professionalism.

The role requires excellent MS Office skills, strong organization, and clear communication. It offers a collaborative culture, work-life balance, and long-term growth within a respected firm.

Formación

• Previous experience supporting attorneys, fiduciary accountants, or professionals in law/professional services.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Exceptional organizational skills managing multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with a client-focused approach.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to produce accurate, high-quality work.
• Experience with probate filings, estate administration, fiduciary matters, or tax docs is preferred.
• Ability to work independently, take initiative, stay composed in a fast-paced environment.
• Professionalism, discretion, and judgment with confidential information.
• Experience with legal databases (Westlaw/LexisNexis) is a plus.

Responsabilidades

• Provide administrative support to a team of Fiduciary Accountants and for estate planning matters.
• Prepare, edit, proofread, and finalize correspondence and tax-related documents for clients, attorneys, and authorities.
• Maintain organized client records and ensure files stay current and compliant.
• Process probate and estate-related court filings electronically.
• Prepare and update probate/estate tax binders with supporting docs.
• Coordinate incoming/outgoing mail and time-sensitive deliveries.
• Open new client matters and assist with file management throughout engagements.
• Communicate professionally with clients, attorneys, courts, and government agencies.
• Assist with additional administrative projects to support fiduciary services.

Conocimientos

MS Office proficiency

Organizational skills

Written and verbal communication

Attention to detail

Herramientas

Westlaw/LexisNexis

Descripción del empleo

The Legal Secretary will provide dedicated administrative and client support to a team of Fiduciary Accountants, assisting with estate administration, probate filings, tax-related documentation, and client matter management. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented professional seeking a collaborative firm culture, meaningful work, exceptional work-life balance, and long-term career growth.

Client Details

Our client offers the opportunity to build a rewarding career in a collaborative, team-oriented environment with exposure to sophisticated fiduciary and estate matters. Known for its exceptional culture, strong employee retention, and commitment to professional development, the firm provides employees with the support and resources needed for long-term success.

Description

• Provide administrative support to a team of three Fiduciary Accountants, assisting with day-to-day client and matter management.
• Prepare, edit, proofread, and finalize correspondence, tax-related documentation, and filings for clients, attorneys, and taxing authorities.
• Maintain accurate and organized client records, ensuring all files and documentation remain current and compliant.
• Process electronic probate and estate-related court filings through Turbo Court and other applicable systems.
• Prepare and update estate and probate tax binders, including assembling supporting documentation and required attachments.
• Coordinate incoming and outgoing mail, including FedEx, UPS, USPS, and other time-sensitive deliveries.
• Open new client matters and assist with file management throughout the life cycle of each engagement.
• Communicate professionally with clients, attorneys, courts, and government agencies to support ongoing fiduciary and estate administration matters.
• Assist with additional administrative and operational projects as needed to support the fiduciary services team.

Profile

A successful Legal Secretary will have:

• Previous experience supporting attorneys, fiduciary accountants, or other professionals within a law firm or professional services environment.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines simultaneously.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a professional and client-focused approach.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to produce accurate, high-quality work.
• Experience with probate filings, estate administration, fiduciary matters, or tax-related documentation is highly preferred.
• Ability to work independently, take initiative, and remain composed in a fast-paced environment.
• A high level of professionalism, discretion, and judgment when handling confidential client information.
• Experience with legal databases such as Westlaw or LexisNexis is a plus.

Job Offer

• Competitive salary ranging from $60,000 to $80,000 annually.
• 35-hour work week with overtime eligibility, offering excellent work-life balance and additional earning potential.
• 25 days of PTO from day one, plus nine paid holidays and two floating holidays.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, and a 401(k) retirement plan.
• Annual compensation reviews, with consistent opportunities for salary growth and advancement.
• Join a highly respected law firm known for its collaborative culture, supportive leadership, and commitment to employee development.
• Long-term career stability with a firm that has earned exceptional feedback from professionals placed across multiple offices.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.