Legal Assistant - Corporate/Trusts & Estates

Job Description

Job Description

A well-established law firm in Atlanta is seeking an experienced Legal Assistant to support attorneys within its Corporate practice . The firm is looking for an experienced legal professional who is comfortable handling sophisticated, document-intensive work and providing high-level support to multiple attorneys.

While the position supports the broader corporate team, prior Trusts & Estates experience is strongly preferred , particularly experience involving estate planning, trust administration, probate, or related matters.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive administrative and legal support to multiple attorneys
• Prepare, revise, format, proofread, and finalize legal documents and correspondence
• Assist with matters involving trusts and estates, estate planning, probate, and corporate/transactional work
• Organize and maintain electronic matter files and supporting documentation
• Manage attorney calendars, deadlines, and other time-sensitive matters
• Coordinate document execution, filing, and distribution
• Assist with new client and matter intake
• Support attorney time entry, billing, expenses, and other administrative functions
• Communicate professionally with clients and internal teams while maintaining strict confidentiality
• Handle additional projects and responsibilities as needed

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of legal assistant or legal secretarial experience required
• Trusts & Estates experience strongly preferred
• Corporate or transactional legal experience is a plus
• Strong document production, proofreading, and formatting skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to independently manage competing priorities and support multiple attorneys
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office and familiarity with legal document management and billing systems
• Professional communication skills and a high level of discretion