Job Description
Job Description
We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Legal Assistant to support a law firm specializing in estate planning, wills, and heirship matters. The ideal candidate will have experience with e-filing and be proficient in Doc Assembler and WES Firm Builder platforms.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare and file legal documents related to wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and heirship
- Manage e-filing processes with courts and ensure timely submission of documents
- Utilize Doc Assembler and WES Firm Builder to generate and organize legal forms
- Maintain client files, calendars, and deadlines
- Communicate professionally with clients, courts, and financial institutions
- Assist attorneys with probate filings, estate inventories, and guardianship documentation
- Schedule appointments and manage attorney calendars
- Conduct basic legal research and assist with case preparation
Qualifications
- Minimum 2 years of legal assistant experience, preferably in estate planning or probate
- Proficient in e-filing systems, Doc Assembler, and WES Firm Builder
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- High attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion
- Familiarity with Texas probate procedures and heirship laws is a plus