Legal Assistant/Paralegal

Legal Assistant/Paralegal

Pay: $60,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Work Location: New Hyde Park
Job description:
Weiss Zarett Brofman Sonnenklar & Levy, P.C. is a well-established, multi-practice law firm. We are seeking a dedicated, detail-oriented Legal Assistant/Paralegal to provide administrative and paralegal support to our estate planning, real estate, litigation, and other attorneys.

Responsibilities:

· Provide administrative support, including scheduling, document management, and client communication.

· Draft, proofread, and organize legal documents, including wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and advance directives.

· Assist with estate administration tasks, including probate filings and beneficiary communications.

· Conduct legal research and prepare summaries for attorney review.

· Coordinate with courts, financial institutions, and government agencies as needed.

· Maintain and update client files in compliance with firm policies.

· Assist with billing, expense tracking, and other administrative duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

· Prior experience as a legal assistant or paralegal in estate planning, trust administration, or elder law preferred.

· Strong organizational and multitasking skills with keen attention to detail.

· Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal practice management software (experience with Clio, WealthCounsel, or HotDocs is a plus).

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

· Being a notary is a plus.

· Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits:

· Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and retirement plan.

· Professional development opportunities.

· 401(k)

· Partial 401(k) match

· Dental insurance

· Disability insurance

· Health insurance

· Health savings account

· Life insurance

· Paid sick time

· Paid time off

· Vision insurance

· Partial Work from home

If you are a proactive and detail-oriented professional looking to grow in the estate planning and elder law field, we encourage you to apply!

How to Apply:

Please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience to Cristina at [email protected].

Pay: $60,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance
• Work from home

Work Location: Hybrid remote in North New Hyde Park, NY 11042