Estate Planning/Transactional Legal Assistant

Job DescriptionJob Description

A respected Eastside law firm is seeking an Estate Planning/Transactional Legal Assistant (4872) to join its estate planning and probate practice group. The ideal candidate will bring at least one year of recent law firm experience in estate planning, probate, or transactional law, paired with strong technical, organizational, and client service skills.
 

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide administrative and case management support to attorneys in estate planning, probate, and transactional matters

• Draft, edit, and format correspondence and basic legal documents

• Manage calendars, deadlines, and active matter tracking for multiple attorneys

• Maintain digital and physical filing systems, ensuring accuracy and accessibility

• Assist with client communications, scheduling, and general support needs

• Coordinate document preparation, filing, and court submissions when required
   

Qualifications:

• Minimum 1 year of recent law firm experience (estate planning, probate, or transactional law strongly )

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365, especially advanced Word features

• Excellent organizational skills with ability to handle a high volume of active matters

• Strong communication and client service skills

• Ability to prioritize effectively, remain calm under pressure, and adapt to shifting needs
• Positive, proactive, and team-oriented attitude

This is a great opportunity for a motivated legal assistant seeking to build a long-term career in estate planning and transactional law within a supportive, well-regarded Eastside firm.

Company DescriptionEmerald Search Partners is dedicated to helping you realize the full potential of your professional goals utilizing 60+ years of experience and our professional relationships in the Seattle legal community. If interested and qualified, we encourage you to reach out to us today to schedule an in-person or virtual meeting. Your privacy is paramount, and all job inquiries are held in the strictest confidence. For a full list of our current opportunities, please visit our website www.emeraldsearch.com and follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, & Twitter (@emerald_search)!Company DescriptionEmerald Search Partners is dedicated to helping you realize the full potential of your professional goals utilizing 60+ years of experience and our professional relationships in the Seattle legal community. If interested and qualified, we encourage you to reach out to us today to schedule an in-person or virtual meeting. Your privacy is paramount, and all job inquiries are held in the strictest confidence. For a full list of our current opportunities, please visit our website www.emeraldsearch.com and follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, & Twitter (@emerald_search)!