Legal Assistant - Estate Administration - Estate Planning & Elder Law

Job Description

Job Description

Join Farr Law Firm, where we’re dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the lives of seniors, individuals with special needs, and families navigating complex estate planning and elder law. As a Legal Assistant specializing in Estate Administration, Estate Planning, and Elder Law, you'll be an essential part of a team known for its personalized, client-centered approach. We value your contributions and offer a supportive environment where you can thrive professionally alongside nationally recognized experts in the field.

In this full-time role, you'll have the opportunity to showcase your strong communication skills and attention to detail while managing priorities and tasks with efficiency. We value intellectual honesty and a cooperative mindset, inviting you to take initiative and contribute to our team’s success. While we appreciate a sense of humor and genuine appreciation for colleagues and clients, professionalism and client focus remain at the core of our operations.

Please note that a customized cover letter is mandatory and must include your salary requirements, reasons for applying, and a statement confirming that you are a non-smoker, do not live with a smoker, and do not wear fragrances.

If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and grow with us, we’d love to hear from you.

Compensation:

$40,000 - $60,000 yearly

Responsibilities:

• Assist attorneys and paralegals in drafting, reviewing, and finalizing legal documents related to estate administration, estate planning, and elder law.
• Coordinate and manage client communications, ensuring timely and accurate responses to inquiries and requests.
• Organize and maintain client files, both physical and electronic, to ensure easy access and retrieval of information.
• Schedule and prepare for client meetings, including gathering necessary documents and setting up conference calls or in-person appointments.
• Conduct legal research to support case preparation and provide attorneys with relevant information and updates.
• Collaborate with team members to streamline processes and improve efficiency in handling client cases.
• Monitor and track deadlines for legal filings, ensuring all submissions are completed accurately and on time to avoid delays or penalties.

Qualifications:

• Are you submitting your custom cover letter as required by this career posting?
• In your custom cover letter, are you confirming that you are a non-smoker, do not live with a smoker, and do not wear fragrances?
• Are you able and willing to commute daily to Fairfax, VA 22030?
• If you don't already reside in the area, are you willing and able to relocate before starting work?

About Company

The Farr Law Firm is a dedicated team with a shared mission to make a meaningful difference in the lives of seniors, individuals with special needs, and families navigating complex estate planning, elder law, and trust and estate administration matters.

As a nationally recognized boutique elder law firm led by Certified Elder Law Attorney and four-time bestselling author Evan Farr, we offer the resources and reputation of a leading national elder law firm while maintaining a supportive, close-knit culture and a small firm feel. We provide a welcoming and collegial environment where every team member's contributions are valued and appreciated.

We take a highly personalized, client-centered approach to the practice of law, and we believe in fostering that same level of care and respect within our team.