Receptionist - Legal Assistant

Receptionist / Legal Assistant

At Wilson Law, we understand that the first interaction a client has with our office can make a lasting impact. We are seeking a warm, professional, organized, and compassionate Receptionist / Legal Assistant to join our growing team and help create an exceptional client experience from the very first phone call.

The Receptionist / Legal Assistant serves as an important part of the client experience and daily operations of the firm. This role combines front desk responsibilities with administrative and legal support duties.

The ideal candidate will be professional, personable, highly organized, and able to multitask in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a calm and welcoming demeanor. This position is optimal for someone who enjoys helping others, thrives in a professional office environment, and takes pride in being dependable, detail-oriented, and works well in a warm and friendly office atmosphere. We are looking for an outgoing and engaging full-time receptionist who can help our busy law office assist clients and staff.

If you work well in a fast-paced environment, consistently deliver a high-quality work product, and love to work with people in a warm and friendly environment, reach out to us today!

Responsibilities

• Answer phones and emails in a professional, warm, and friendly manner, and ensure the messages are given to the appropriate department for any action items
• Communicate with clients, including greeting clients for their appointments, seeing that they are comfortable, and providing their requested beverage orders before their appointment
• Create and fill out client forms
• Work with the team to meet deadlines
• Work with attorneys and paralegals to generate various legal documents
• Help with administrative tasks and office correspondence
• Help with drafting correspondence and basic legal documents
• Managing incoming and outgoing mail
• Scanning, filing, and maintaining records
• Undertake other duties as assigned to ensure the firm and team operate efficiently
• Assisting in maintaining an organized and welcoming office environment

Qualifications

• Must know proper phone etiquette
• Office experience preferred but not required
• Must be proficient with all Microsoft Office products
• Must have excellent communication and organizational skills
• Must be able to prioritize tasks and work in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism

Compensation $15 - $18 hourly to start About Wilson Law PLC

Wilson Law is a well-established estate planning, elder law, and trust administration law firm serving families throughout Virginia. Our firm is dedicated to helping clients protect their loved ones, preserve their legacies, and navigate life's transitions with guidance and compassion.

We value professionalism, kindness, teamwork, efficiency, and creating a supportive and positive atmosphere for both clients and our staff.

We provide services to clients in a comfortable, caring environment with a staff of kind individuals who work as a team that puts the needs of clients first.