We are extending an opportunity to join our team in Wheaton, Illinois as an Executive Assistant. This role centers on providing high-level administrative support in the legal industry, specifically related to Trusts, Estates, and Probate. The employment opportunity presents a long-term contract engagement, offering a chance to engage with various aspects of administrative tasks, client relations, and communication.
Responsibilities:
• Facilitate administrative assistance to law firm partners, ensuring smooth operations
• Manage all aspects of client engagement, from initial meetings through file closure
• Efficiently handle a high volume of calls, maintaining detail oriented contact with clients and referrals
• Prioritize and organize emails, ensuring prompt responses
• Manage mail distribution, including sorting, documenting, scanning, and distributing
• Draft, edit, and send correspondence, while also ensuring timely follow-ups
• Oversee the logistics for meetings and events, including reserving rooms, arranging catering, and setting up audiovisual equipment
• Welcome visitors, clients, and potential clients, fostering a welcoming environment
• Maintain files, including document scanning and organization
• Perform notarization and witness document signings
• Manage attorney time entries, and review and revise client invoices monthly
• Ensure office supplies are well-stocked and coordinate vendor visits
• Leverage knowledge of DocuSign, Zoom, Microsoft Suite, and other relevant software for efficient task completion.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in an Executive Assistant role or similar position
• Proficiency in Aderant software
• Experience with Adobe Acrobat
• Familiarity with the Automated City Register Information System (ACRIS)
• Knowledge of Case Management Software
• Experience with CompuLaw
• Ability to manage billing functions effectively
• Proven competence in calendar management
• Experience in claim administration
• Strong client relations skills
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Proficient in calendaring
• Experience in managing client communications
• Ability to handle business correspondence efficiently
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