Trusts and Estates Legal Assistant
Robbins DiMonte (“RD”) is seeking a Legal Assistant to join its thriving Trusts and Estates practice group. RD has been a fixture in the legal community for over 65 years, representing clients across the Chicagoland and Midwest areas. Recognized as a premier law firm, RD has a distinguished history of building strong, long-standing relationships with its clientele.
Successful candidates should have 5 years or more of experience in the areas of estate planning, probate/trust administration, trust and estate litigation, and experience with elder law, guardianship law, and tax return preparation would be a plus.
Candidates must also have strong written and oral communication skills, must be detail-oriented and have the ability to prioritize and manage a diverse workload. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Provide administrative support to lawyers
- Organize and maintain physical and electronic files related to transactional cases
- Handle communication with clients and other parties
- Manage calendars for attorneys, schedule and docket appointments and coordinate meetings
- Conduct legal research to support cases
- Open and close files according to office procedures
The position offers competitive compensation plus excellent benefits, and unlimited potential for professional growth in a client-focused, collaborative environment.
Job Type: Full-time, Monday-Friday in-person
Salary: $60,000-$85,000; Higher salary will commensurate with experience.
Benefits
- 401(k)
- Dental Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Health Insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Life Insurance
- Paid Parental Leave
- Paid Time Off
- Prescription Drug Insurance
- Vision Insurance