Legal Administrative Assistant (Estates & Trusts)

• Job Title: Legal Administrative Assistant

• Industry: Legal Services

• Location (city, state): Rockville, MD

• Assignment Type: Direct Hire

• Pay: $55,000 – $75,000 annually (non-exempt)

• Work Schedule: Full-time, Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM (1-hour lunch) | Onsite 5 days/week (eligible for 1 WFH day after 6 months)

• Benefits: This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).

• About Our Client:

Addison Group is partnering with a full-service law firm in the Maryland/DC/Virginia region. Our client has decades of experience supporting individuals and businesses across a wide range of practice areas, with a strong reputation for professionalism, collaboration, and client service. This opportunity sits within their Estates, Trusts & Guardianships practice and offers high visibility with firm leadership.

• Job Description:

Our client is seeking a polished and detail-oriented Legal Administrative Assistant to support their Estates, Trusts, and Guardianships (ETG) practice. This role serves as a key point of contact for a Managing Partner and provides both administrative and client-facing support within a highly structured legal environment. The ideal candidate is organized, proactive, and looking for a long-term career path within a law firm setting.

• Key Responsibilities:

• Act as primary administrative support for the Estates, Trusts & Guardianships team
• Manage client communication, intake, and general correspondence
• Maintain and coordinate attorney calendars and deadlines
• Prepare, draft, format, and proofread legal documents and court filings
• Assist with e-filing and submission of legal documentation
• Coordinate document execution and signing processes
• Support estate and trust administration tasks, including opening matters and maintaining case files
• Assist with financial tracking and recordkeeping related to estate and trust matters
• Provide occasional support to additional practice areas as needed

• Qualifications:

• 1+ year of experience in Estates & Trusts required
• Litigation experience strongly preferred
• Prior experience in a legal administrative or legal support role
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• High attention to detail and organizational ability
• Professional demeanor with strong client service mindset
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with legal software (ProLaw, Litify, iManage) is a plus

• Additional Details:

• Candidate will support a Managing Partner and ETG team
• High-visibility role with exposure to firm leadership
• Opportunity to grow into a long-term Legal Secretary/administrative career path
• Team size: approximately 4 within ETG group
• Interviews: 2-step process (HR + attorney interview, in-person)
• Ideal start: 2 weeks’ notice preferred

• Perks:

• Stable, long-term opportunity within a respected law firm
• Clear growth potential within administrative legal career track
• Collaborative and structured team environment
• Direct exposure to senior leadership and managing partners
• Strong emphasis on professional development within Estates & Trusts practice