Legal Assistant

Estate Planning Legal Assistant – Chicago Loop (Hybrid)

Mid-sized Chicago law firm is hiring an estate planning legal assistant to support 3-4 attorneys, including two early-career attorneys who'd benefit from a more seasoned assistant. Established estate planning practice with 15-20 people across paralegals and legal assistants.

The work is day-to-day execution: editing and formatting wills, trusts, and powers of attorney; attending signings as witness or notary; assembling closing binders; managing calendars and client communication; billing support.

What you need:

• 3-5 years as a legal secretary or assistant in estate planning or wealth preservation
• Advanced Word (styles), Outlook, PDF manipulation
• NetDocuments, Litera Compare, Winscribe a plus
• Strong proofreading and attention to detail

Logistics:

• First 90 days fully on-site, then 1 day remote
• $65K+ for 1-3 years but DOE

Benefits:

• BCBS health insurance
• Dental, vision, and ancillary coverage
• Paid time off, STD/LTD
• 401(k) with company match
• Pre-tax commuter and parking
• FSA and education reimbursement