Legal Assistant - Private Clients and Fiduciary Services

Verrill is actively reviewing resumes for a Legal Assistant position in our Portland Office. As one of New England’s top full-service law firms, we are interested in hiring talented individuals to join our team. Verrill offers a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as a flexible hybrid work environment in which our employees can grow and prosper both professionally and personally.

This role is a full-time, non-exempt position supporting attorneys in our Private Clients and Fiduciary Services Group. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, revising legal documents and correspondence, proofreading, timekeeping, processing invoices and expense reimbursement requests, maintaining files (paper and electronic), calendaring and tracking deadlines, scanning, conducting online and general research, answering the telephone, assisting clients, and responding promptly with the ability to successfully multi-task in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate will be a motivated self-starter with experience in a full-service law firm and/or applicable educational background. Previous experience with estate planning, estate administration, probate litigation and/or trust administration is highly preferred. The successful candidate will be capable of producing high quality work in a timely and professional manner, while providing exceptional client service and team support.

The successful candidate will have exceptional attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and advanced computer skills (including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint). Applicants should have proven project management skills and the ability to prioritize tasks successfully and enjoy working in a collaborative team environment.

Applications will be reviewed in the order they are received, and the position will remain open until filled. Need help applying? Please contact the Talent Acquisition Team.

Verrill is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage applicants from all cultures, races, colors, religions, sexes, national or regional origins, ages, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity, military, protected veteran status or other status protected by law.