Part-time Administrative Assistant

Part-time Administrative Assistant: Winchester

Who We Are: At Relational Estate & Elder Law, we help individuals and families throughout Winchester, Northern Virginia, and the Shenandoah Valley protect their loved ones, preserve their assets, and plan confidently for the future. Our team specializes in estate planning, elder law, and estate administration, providing personalized legal guidance tailored to each client’s unique goals and circumstances.

What sets us apart is our Relational Estate Planning® approach. Rather than simply preparing legal documents, we focus on building meaningful relationships with our clients so we can better understand their values, concerns, and long-term objectives. As a result, we are able to create legal plans that not only address today’s needs but also support future generations.

Additionally, we believe that every client deserves compassion, clarity, and exceptional service throughout the legal process. Whether someone is creating an estate plan, navigating long-term care concerns, or administering a loved one’s estate, our goal is to provide guidance, peace of mind, and a relationship they can trust. Because of this commitment, we have built a growing law firm culture centered on empathy, excellence, and genuine care for both our clients and our team.

Description: We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented part-time Administrative Assistant to join our Winchester, VA office. Primarily, this role serves as a witness during estate planning document signings, ensuring the execution process is handled accurately, professionally, and efficiently.

In addition, this position provides administrative support to attorneys and staff as needed. Because client experience is central to our mission, the Administrative Assistant plays an important role in helping clients feel welcomed, informed, and supported. Furthermore, this position offers an excellent opportunity for someone seeking an entry-level administrative role within a growing law firm. No prior legal experience is required.

Location: Winchester, VA

Position Type: Part-time (16 hours per week, Tuesdays and Thursdays only)

What We are Looking For:

A people-person who is administrative-minded. They must thrive on helping others and have the ability to develop trust and rapport with potential clients and our team. They must be friendly, curious, kind, and empathetic.

Skills:

• Able to actively listen
• Emotionally intelligent to understand client needs and problems
• Familiarity or the ability to quickly learn Microsoft Office and related cloud-based software products
• Strong organization skills to manage follow-up with clients
• Detail-oriented and efficient
• Self-motivated with strong time management ability

Job Responsibilities

• Welcome clients and provide exceptional customer service during estate planning and legal document signing appointments.
• Handles other administrative tasks, including proofreading, drafting correspondence, and other documents.
• Prepare documents to be mailed.
• Witness document signings to meet Virginia law standards.
• Scan, organize, and maintain legal documents and client files accurately.
• Tidy up conference rooms after each use.
• Assist in monitoring office supplies and inventory.
• Assist with special projects as requested.