Legal Practice Assistant

Summary        

Responsible for providing all administrative support for the Tax, Trust & Estates Groups Charlotte Team.

Essential Job Functions      

• Assist with preparation of documents (editing, drafting, printing)
• Time Entry & Billing
• Assist with document production for tax and estate planning engagements
• Calendaring/Phones/Meeting Arrangements

Necessary Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills and the ability to work successfully with multiple team members, interacting with employees at all levels of the organization.
• Comfortable interacting with clients and client representatives on a daily basis.
• Competent to handle a variety of activities with attention to detail and quality, with the ability to follow through and follow up, and adapt quickly to meet changing deadlines and priorities.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Ability to complete multiple tasks and a high volume of work on short deadlines and follow through on assigned tasks with limited supervision.
• Retain a high level of flexibility and resourceful problem-solving.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with the highest degree of integrity and confidentiality.

Educational and Experience Requirements

• High School diploma
• Associate’s degree preferred
• Prior legal experience required.

Work Environment and Physical Demands

• Ability to work extended hours when necessary.
• In office position
• Normal office environment; no unusual physical demands.