Legal Practice Assistant
4 days ago
Garden City
Job Description Position: Legal Practice Assistant Location: Garden City, NY Benefits: Up to $90K Base + Paid Overtime, Annual Bonus, Full Benefits, 401(k), and more Company: Renowned National Law Firm Summary for Legal Practice Assistant An exciting and high-profile opportunity is available for a legal administrative professional to join the Trusts & Estates group at a prestigious national law firm. This role supports senior leadership within the department and offers the chance to work closely on complex estate matters in a collaborative, fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will demonstrate superior organizational abilities, discretion, and a strong command of estate-related legal processes. The position provides a meaningful path for someone looking to deepen their expertise in estate law within a collaborative and highly respected national law firm known for its supportive and team-oriented culture. Responsibilities for Legal Practice Assistant: • Act as a strategic administrative partner to the Chair of the Trusts & Estates Department, delivering comprehensive executive and legal support., • Coordinate and maintain an intricate and evolving calendar of appointments, meetings, and deadlines, ensuring effective communication with clients and internal teams., • Draft, review, and finalize estate planning documents, including wills, revocable and irrevocable trusts, POAs, and healthcare directives., • Handle asset transfers and beneficiary designations related to estates and trusts, ensuring timely and accurate administration., • Track and manage time entries, billing records, and confidential department files for the Department Chair. Preferred Qualification Legal Practice Assistant: • Minimum of 5 years’ experience within a law firm setting, supporting senior attorneys., • Strong ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks independently while maintaining high attention to detail., • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook); familiarity with legal billing/time entry platforms is highly desirable., • Excellent communication skills with a polished, client-focused demeanor., • In-depth knowledge of New York estate administration and probate procedures; experience with Medicaid applications is a plus.