Main Line Search · 10 hours ago
Legal Assistant
Greater Philadelphia
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$50K/yr - $75K/yr
1+ years expMain Line Search is a respected solo practitioner probate and estate planning law firm in the Greater Philadelphia area. They are seeking a detail-oriented and compassionate Legal Assistant to support attorneys handling probate, estate administration, and related matters, with a focus on client-facing responsibilities.
Staffing & Recruiting
Responsibilities
Prepare, review, and file probate and estate administration documents with Pennsylvania courts and registers of wills
Draft correspondence, pleadings, petitions, and basic legal documents under attorney supervision
Manage case files, calendars, deadlines, and court dates
Communicate with clients, beneficiaries, courts, financial institutions, and other professionals in a professional and empathetic manner
Assist with estate accountings, inventories, and tracking of assets
Maintain electronic and physical files in compliance with firm procedures
Perform general administrative tasks, including answering phones, scheduling appointments, and billing support
Qualification
Required
Prior experience as a legal assistant or paralegal, preferably in probate, estate administration, or elder law
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal practice management software
Ability to manage multiple matters and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Preferred
Familiarity with Pennsylvania probate procedures and court filings is strongly preferred
Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred; paralegal certificate a plus
Minimum of 1–3 years of relevant legal support experience preferred
Company
Main Line Search
Main Line Search specializes in finance, accounting, human resources, and operations recruiting, connecting top-notch candidates with forward-thinking companies to foster mutual growth.
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Funding
Current Stage
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