Legal Assistant – Part-Time In Person

**About Our Firm** Legacy Planning & Probate is a boutique law firm in downtown Littleton focused exclusively on estate planning and uncontested probate matters. We opened our doors in 2019 and have built our practice around providing thoughtful, personalized service to our clients and creating a work environment where our team members are valued and supported. We are a small team, which means this position is an important part of keeping the office running smoothly. We are looking for someone who is dependable, organized, professional, and enjoys being part of a close-knit office environment. This is an in-person position. Candidates must be local to the Littleton/Denver metro area and able to work in our Littleton office on a consistent weekly schedule. **About the Position** We are looking for a part-time Legal Assistant to provide administrative and client-facing support to our attorneys and team. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys variety and wants to be involved in many different aspects of a small law practice. Some days may involve preparing documents for a signing, helping clients when they stop by the office, or recording a deed. Other days may involve office organization, running an errand, helping with a marketing project, or following up with a prospective client. The position is primarily administrative to start. As you become familiar with our firm, systems, and clients, there may be opportunities for additional hours, greater responsibility, client-facing work, and limited remote work. Someone with an interest in growing into a more substantial legal support role could eventually assist with simple drafting and other projects. **What You'll Do** * Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: * Preparing, organizing, printing, and assembling estate planning documents for client signings * Assisting with and witnessing client signingsNotarizing documents, if you are a notary or willing to become one * Greeting clients and assisting with client drop-offs and document pick-ups * Returning or assisting with client phone calls as appropriate * Helping manage prospective clients and new-client intake * Preparing and sending engagement letters and other client correspondence * Following up with prospective and current clientsRecording deeds and assisting with other post-signing tasks * Scanning, uploading, organizing, and maintaining electronic and physical files * Maintaining office supplies and keeping the office organized * Picking up and dropping off mail, making occasional deliveries, and running other firm-related errands * Assisting with office organization and light tidying as needed * Helping with marketing projects, including preparing materials for presentations and creating or posting content for social media and the firm website, depending on experience and interest * Providing general administrative support to the attorneys and team **What We're Looking For** The right person will be someone who is: * Extremely dependable and responsible * Detail-oriented and organized * Professional, friendly, and comfortable interacting with clients * Patient and compassionate, particularly when working with older clients and families navigating difficult life transitions * A strong written and verbal communicator * Comfortable working independently and taking initiative * Able to prioritize tasks and keep track of multiple responsibilities * Comfortable learning new technology, systems, and processes * Proficient with Microsoft Word and Outlook; experience with Clio is a plus * Comfortable working in a small office where everyone pitches in * Willing and able to occasionally run local errands; a reliable vehicle is required and mileage will be reimbursed * Interested in learning about estate planning and probate and potentially growing with the firm Previous legal experience is helpful but not required. We are willing to train the right person who has strong administrative skills, attention to detail, and a willingness to learn. **Schedule & Growth** * Approximately 10–15 hours per week to start * Hours should be scheduled over 2–3 days per week * We need someone who can commit to a consistent weekly schedule so we can plan client meetings, signings, and office coverage around when you are in the office. * Additional hours may become available as the firm grows and your responsibilities increase * There may eventually be opportunities for some remote work and expanded legal/client responsibilities **Compensation** Starting at $24/hour, depending on experience. Mileage will be reimbursed for approved firm-related errands. **How to Apply** Please email your resume and a brief cover letter to kim@legacyplanningandprobate.com and kate@legacyplanningandprobate.com. Please include “Legal Administrator” in the subject line of your email. In your cover letter, please provide: * A brief overview of your relevant experience * Why you are interested in working in a small law firm * What interests you about estate planning and probateWhat you are looking for in your next position Pay: From $24.00 per hour Expected hours: 10.0 – 15.0 per week Work Location: In person