Overview
Legal Assistant Jobs in Waukesha, WI at National LGBTQ+ Bar Association
Title: Legal Assistant
Company: National LGBTQ+ Bar Association
Location: Waukesha, WI
An established Waukesha law firm is seeking a Legal Assistant with proven experience in estate planning, probate, and trust administration. General civil litigation experience is a plus. We are looking for candidates with a minimum of one year of legal experience to support two full-time attorneys. The role will start as an immediate contract position and has potential to convert to permanent hire for a top performing candidate.
Primary Responsibilities
Drafting correspondence and legal documents (including some estate planning documents and probate pleadings)
Managing calendars and scheduling appointments
Setting up client files and managing billing processes
Regular client communication and interaction
Providing administrative and legal support to attorneys
Ideal Candidate Will Have
Strong experience in estate planning and probate/trust administration
Excellent interpersonal, phone, and organizational skills
Superior word processing, grammar, and proofreading abilities
Proficiency with legal technology and office software
Ability to produce high-quality, timely work in a team-based environment
Preferred But Not Required
Paralegal degree or certificate
Experience drafting estate planning documents and probate pleadings
Compensation & Benefits
Salary commensurate with experience
401(K) with corporate match after 1 year of employment
Paid holidays and generous paid time off
Note: Health insurance is not offered