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Mar 19, 2026

Legal Secretary (Estate Planning and Probate) - Contract to Hire

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Primary Duties: · Calendar Deadlines and Reminders o Enters deadlines into the Firm’s Master Calendar o Enters reminder tasks into the CMS · Maintain and File Records o Maintains files electronically o Uploads client files electronically into the CMS · Opens and Closes Client Files o Upon engagement, ensures that PNC records are transferred from the CRM to the CMS o Opens Matters for the client in the CMS o Ensures payments are received upon opening the matter and prior to closing o Ensures File Closing procedures are completed · Drafts Legal Forms, Documents and Correspondence o Prepares lower-level drafting assignments, such as completing templated forms or basic documentation for Attorneys to review and approve o Proofreads all work prepared prior to submitting to Paralegals or Attorneys · Communicate with Clients via Email, Phone or Text o Calls to follow up with Clients to obtain missing documents or information o Calls to relay information on behalf of the Paralegals and/or Attorneys as requested · Updates records in the CRM or CMS · Completes miscellaneous tasks assigned by Paralegals or Attorneys · Serves as backup to other administrative positions when they are out of the office or in need of extra support · Reporting – Produce weekly and monthly reports as determined by Attorneys Qualifications Must have significant experience working for a law firm. Estate, probate and guardianship planning experience is a plus! This is a full-time position, so you must be able to work 40+ hours per week. The position is virtual. If you are interested in this position, please send your resume and please explain why this position interests you.