Legal Assistant

Yale is dedicated to revolutionizing probate and estate planning across Texas by seamlessly integrating four decades of legal expertise with cutting‑edge technology. Founded by Harvard‑educated Glen Yale, we are built on a legacy of excellence, precision, and integrity. We provide personalized, comprehensive legal services that not only preserve and protect our clients’ legacies but also ensure their families are safeguarded and supported during life’s most challenging times. Description Are you passionate about helping people? Can you enthusiastically connect with people? Can you imagine going to work every day knowing that you’re making a positive difference? Are you just DONE working in a job that offers poor pay, no future grow, unreasonable duties, and poor managers? Had the satisfaction of working for the most respected law firm in San Antonio? if you answered YES, then we are looking for you! About Yale Law Firm PC Yale Law Firm is a client‑focused law firm dedicated to delivering high‑quality legal services with efficiency, professionalism, and care. We value teamwork, accountability, and systems that allow our attorneys to focus on practicing law while our support staff keeps cases moving smoothly. Position Overview We are seeking a Legal Assistant to support paralegals, attorneys and case teams with administrative, procedural, and client‑facing tasks. This role is critical to maintaining workflow efficiency, meeting deadlines, and delivering a strong client experience. The ideal candidate is organized, proactive, comfortable handling multiple priorities, and experienced in a fast‑paced legal environment. Someone who takes ownership, not just instructions but is comfortable working with deadlines and multiple cases. Team‑oriented mindset with a professional attitude. Willingness to learn and improve systems. The ideal candidate thrives on people, relationships, and helping others in need of legal services. We are a small business with a huge impact in our communities, helping our neighbors do estate planning, and assisting families through the legal process when a loved one dies. Key Responsibilities Case & Administrative Support Prepare, format, and file legal documents, correspondence, and pleadings Maintain electronic and physical case files with accuracy and confidentiality Track deadlines, court dates, and filing requirements Assist with document management, discovery, and records requests Client & Communication Support Communicate professionally with clients, courts, and third parties Schedule appointments, meetings, and hearings Assist with intake follow‑up and ongoing client communication as assigned Paralegal and Attorney Support Support attorneys with case preparation and organization Proofread documents for accuracy, formatting, and completeness Ensure attorneys have necessary documents and information in advance of deadlines Qualifications (Required) 1+ years of experience as a legal assistant or in a law firm administrative role Strong organizational and time‑management skills High attention to detail and ability to follow procedures Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel) Ability to handle confidential information with discretion Preferred (Not Required) Experience with case management software Familiarity with court filing procedures (state and/or federal) Prior experience in a fast‑growing or high‑volume firm Required Soft Skills Honesty is critical and good ethical character is essential Love connecting with people Passionate about helping others Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast‑paced environment Treats a 4:30 call on Friday with the same care and compassion as one on Monday morning Benefits of Working at Yale Law Firm: Generous Bonus Opportunities PTO and Holiday Pay (Upon completion of training period) Cutting edge software, and continual exposure to innovative marketing and technology Newly renovated office in the Catholic Life Insurance Building with walking trails and private gazebo We combine a tradition of excellence in the law with comprehensive technology to streamline and automate every facet of our business. Be a part of our vivid vision to expand across the State of Texas making estate planning and probate services affordable and accessible. #J-18808-Ljbffr