Polished Front Desk & Legal Assistant (Client Service)

Virginia Estate & Trust Law; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Virginia Estate & Trust Law, PLC in Richmond, VA is seeking a Receptionist/Legal Assistant to be the first point of contact for clients and visitors. The role combines front-desk duties with essential administrative support, including mail, scheduling, and file management.

The ideal candidate is organized, professional, discreet, and customer-focused, with strong communication skills. Legal experience is a plus but not required; training on firm systems will be provided.

Qualifications

• Dependable, punctual, and committed to consistent attendance.
• Strong interpersonal and professional client interaction skills.
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with discretion and confidentiality.
• Willing to learn Firm systems and adapt to a law-firm environment.

Responsibilities

• Greet clients, visitors, and callers; route inquiries and messages to the appropriate attorney or staff.
• Manage front desk operations, coordinate conference rooms and meetings, and maintain reception areas.
• Assist with mail, deliveries, and office supplies; support document and file management.
• Provide general administrative support and assist attorneys and staff as needed.
• Maintain confidentiality of Firm, client, and staff information.
• Learn and utilize the Firm's practice management, document management, and file-storage systems.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Strong organizational skills

Excellent communication

Discretion and confidentiality

Microsoft Outlook proficiency

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Virginia Estate & Trust Law, PLC in Richmond, VA is seeking a Receptionist/Legal Assistant to be the first point of contact for clients and visitors. The role combines front-desk duties with essential administrative support, including mail, scheduling, and file management.

The ideal candidate is organized, professional, discreet, and customer-focused, with strong communication skills. Legal experience is a plus but not required; training on firm systems will be provided.