Paralegal/Legal Assistant

Myatt \& Bell, P.C. is seeking a highly motivated and detail\-oriented Paralegal or Legal Assistant to join our dynamic legal team. As a Paralegal or Legal Assistant, you will provide essential administrative support to our attorneys and contribute to the efficient operation of our firm. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a fast\-paced, professional environment and gain valuable experience in the legal field. The ideal candidate will work well within a team environment, supporting attorneys and collaborating with colleagues. The ability to work well with others, take direction, and contribute to a positive work environment is essential. This position frequently handles sensitive and confidential information. Candidates must demonstrate the utmost discretion, while maintaining confidentiality and adhering to ethical standards. This position reports directly to the Operations Manager. **Responsibilities:** * Assist attorneys in all stages of legal proceedings, including data entry and estate planning document preparation assistance; * Printing and preparing estate planning documents in preparation of signing appointments; * Act as witness or notary during signing appointments; * Follow up with client scheduling and client document requests; * Handle correspondence and communicate effectively with clients and other parties involved in legal matters; * Drafting, finalizing, and mailing communications to clients; * Perform administrative tasks such as answering and directing phone calls * Backup to front desk receptionist; and * General office administrative tasks and projects as needed. * Prepares funding documents such as deeds, assignments, funding forms and asset spreadsheets. * Prepares Asset Spreadsheets and follows up with clients on collection of assets and funding their trust. * Follow up with clients on funding and assists clients in completing the funding process. * Draft estate plan closing letters for funded \& non\-funded matters. * Process and Manage all E\-filing of deeds and sending client recorded copies, ensuring clients are billed accordingly and ensure accurate billing records of filings. * Assist Trust Administration department with collecting date of death assets and preparing Asset Spreadsheets for general trust administration as well as tax. * Assist Lead Funding Paralegal with management of helpline calls and emails. **Qualifications \& Requirements**: * 1\+ year of Legal Assistant or Paralegal position required. * Excellent organizational and time management skills; * Attention to detail and accuracy in work; * Ability to work independently and as part of a team; * Notary License preferred \- * Estate Planning/Trust Administration experience a plus! * Clio experience a plus! This is a full time, hourly position, that is located in our Portland office; Monday through Friday 8:30am to 5:30pm Hourly: $25\.00\+ DOE Job Type: Full\-time (40 hrs) In office \- (Monday through Friday) Job Type: Full\-time Pay: $25\.00 \- $30\.00 per hour Benefits: * 401(k) * 401(k) matching * AD\&D insurance * Dental insurance * Disability insurance * Health insurance * Health savings account * Life insurance * Opportunities for advancement * Paid sick time * Paid time off * Parental leave * Vision insurance Application Question(s): * Do you have experience with Estate Planning, Trust Administration or Probate? * Do you have experience as a paralegal or legal assistant? Experience: * Paralegal: 1 year (Preferred) Work Location: In person