Legal Assistant

Company Description

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Kozusko Harris Vetter Wareh Duncan LLP is a private client law firm specializing in providing tailored legal counsel to highly successful individuals, families, and their enterprises. We offer expertise in domestic and international private client matters, including tax planning, trusts and estates, family offices, significant business transactions, and philanthropy. Our firm is dedicated to delivering exceptional service and legal solutions to meet the unique needs of our diverse clientele. We are committed to building long-term relationships based on trust, integrity, and understanding.

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Role Description Looking to hire an experienced Legal Assistant to share administrative support duties for several attorneys in a thriving law practice that provides domestic and international private client and private business advice for family offices, private businesses and entrepreneurs. The Legal Assistant will support attorneys who work primarily in the areas of tax planning, significant transactions, trusts and estates, and philanthropy This is a full-time, on-site role based in New Haven, CT.

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Key Responsibilities

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• Maintain calendars for attorneys which includes scheduling meetings and anticipating needs
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• Manage inflow and outflow of mail, visitors and phone calls. Know clients and build relationships that facilitate the highest level of client support
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• Draft and/or proofread documents and letters for attorney review with potential to assume additional paralegal responsibilities
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• Enter time, prepare and process bills
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• File, organize, scan, copy and distribute legal documents in a timely manner
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• Answer phone calls, take notes/messages and redirect calls when appropriate
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• Facilitate the meeting of deadlines by keeping multiple agendas and providing timely reminders
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• Work as a team with other staff members on general office administration (e.g., maintaining office supplies, handling conference room needs, coordinating with various service providers)
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Qualifications

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·        5+ years' experience as a legal assistant at a law firm

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·        Post high school coursework or certification relevant to this area, or equivalent experience

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·        Familiarity with legal documents and terminology

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·        Working knowledge of legal information systems

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·        Ability to type with a speed of at least 50 wpm with high accuracy

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·        Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs including Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Teams

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·        Self-starter with proven ability to effectively prioritize, multi-task and meet deadlines

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·        Team player with demonstrated ability to work with personnel and clients at all levels

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·        Reliable with strong work ethic

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·        Demonstrated commitment to delivering the highest level of client support and exceptional quality work at all times

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·        Organized with strong attention to detail

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·        Personable and professional demeanor

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·        Superior written and oral communication skills

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·        Ability to read Hebrew or French a plus

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Kozusko Harris Duncan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Please reach out to cgriffin@kozlaw.com with any questions.