Receptionist/ Legal Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Job description

Seeking a full-time Receptionist/Legal Assistant for a buy Estate Planning, Probate, Business Planning and Real Estate Firm in Columbia Falls, Montana. Must be able to multi-task and prioritize work while attending to important details and deadlines, as well as work independently. Applicant must have excellent writing, communication, and organizational skills. BEING ORGANIZED IS A MUST!

Position Duties Include:

· Answer telephone calls and schedule client appointments and follow up;

· Prepare client documents for consultations;

· Organize and assemble client documents for client;

· Draft, review, and revise correspondence and documents as needed;

· Real property research and Deed preparation;

· File pleadings with the court E-filing website;

· Work in cooperation with office members to resolve issues and problems that arise;

· Communicate with clients, experts, court personnel, and other offices; and

· Other professional and administrative tasks as needed.

Preferred Applicant will Possess the Following:

· Computer experience with Windows based software programs, including Word, Microsoft

Office, Outlook and other common computer software programs;

· Experience with a case management program such as Clio;

· Ability to interact professionally and collegially with co-workers and clients;

· Be able to problem solve and follow specific instructions provided by attorney;

· Ability to organize and maintain client files in a confidential setting;

· Familiarity of legal terminology;

· Be empathetic, patient and understanding towards persons who have experienced a personal

Loss; and

· Be organized .

Benefits and Compensation:

· Competitive starting salary, based on experience and education;

· Health Insurance and Aflac availability;

· Vacation and 401(k); and

· Pay increases depending on performance and revenue.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Starting at $20.00 per hour, DOE

Schedule:

• 8 hour daily shift
• 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
• Monday thru Friday

Education:

• Associate’s Degree + (Preferred)

Experience:

• Microsoft Office: 1 year (Required)
• Office Experience: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person

Tanko Law has been providing the best in Montana probate services, estate planning, wills and trusts and elder law since he opened his office doors in 1995. Tanko Law Office was founded with only one mission, providing the best legal advice in a caring manner and with outstanding customer service. Learning how to protect your assets, get a loved one’s estate through probate, or otherwise ensuring that your loved ones are cared for after a loss can be complex and difficult. Tanko Law Office will walk you through every step of the process and ensure that every legal need you have is covered.

Company Description

Tanko Law has been providing the best in Montana probate services, estate planning, wills and trusts and elder law since he opened his office doors in 1995. Tanko Law Office was founded with only one mission, providing the best legal advice in a caring manner and with outstanding customer service. Learning how to protect your assets, get a loved one’s estate through probate, or otherwise ensuring that your loved ones are cared for after a loss can be complex and difficult. Tanko Law Office will walk you through every step of the process and ensure that every legal need you have is covered.