Legal Assistant-Estate Planning & Practice Support at Menden Freiman LLP

Atlanta, Georgia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

03 Jun, 26

Salary

80000.0

Posted On

05 Mar, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Attention To Detail, Initiative, Professional Attitude, Sound Judgment, Legal Terminology, Legal Documents, Legal Processes, Microsoft Office Suite, Administrative Support, Client Inquiries, Data Entry, Workflow Management, Cross-Training, Document Organization, Video-Conferencing Setup

Industry

Legal Services

Description

Description MendenFreiman, LLP is seeking a Legal Assistant who shares our compassion for clients and our commitment to delivering uncompromising, high-quality legal services. The ideal candidate is a bright, motivated individual who values meaningful professional challenges and relationships built on trust. We are looking for a detail-oriented and dependable Legal Assistant to join our Estate Planning Practice Group. This onsite role is best suited for a highly organized, proactive professional who is comfortable handling sensitive legal and financial information while contributing to a collaborative, service-oriented environment. This position is designed to support the delivery of consistent, high-quality client service across the firm’s foundational estate planning practice and to reinforce the firm’s standards for quality, consistency, and accountability in client service. On a day-to-day basis, works under the direction of attorneys and other members of the practice group to whom they are assigned. This position supports the delivery of quality legal services to clients by providing secretarial and administrative assistance, performing complex and specialized secretarial and clerical tasks, and collaborating with other team members. This position also works in close coordination with the Senior Executive Legal & Operations Assistant for the Trust & Estates and Private Wealth Practice Group and supports her responsibilities on behalf of the practice group and, as needed, the firm. This role supports multiple attorneys as primary assignments and also provides back-up administrative assistance to other members of the Estate Planning Practice Group as needed. Attorney assignments may evolve over time based on practice needs, and the role is structured to provide flexibility in coverage and workload balancing across the practice group. This role includes intentional cross-training and designated back-up responsibility for core estate planning coordination functions to ensure continuity of workflow and uninterrupted client service. This role is well-suited for candidates who value professionalism, collaboration, and contributing to a consistently high standard of client service. Key Responsibilities · Provide administrative and legal support to assigned attorneys and practice group · Provide direct support to Senior Executive Legal & Operations Assistant for the Practice Group , including assisting with practice-level coordination, workflow management, and other assigned responsibilities · Prepare and distribute engagement letters, schedule meetings, and maintain calendar for attorneys · Assist with client inquiries and provide basic information in a professional manner consistent with the firm’s standards for responsiveness, professionalism, and client service · Track follow-ups and maintain timely, organized client communication · Prepare, process, and coordinate outgoing mail and correspondence · Perform accurate data entry and maintain up-to-date client and matter records in accordance with firm procedures and quality control standards · Handle general office and clerical duties, including scanning, filing, copying, and document organization · Answer and route incoming phone calls to the appropriate personnel · Prepare conference rooms for meetings, including Smartboard and video-conferencing setup · Provide back-up support to the Estate Planning Coordinator and Receptionist as needed, including cross-training in estate planning intake, document execution coordination, and related workflow processes, to ensure continuity of service and adherence to practice standards Requirements · In-office attendance required · Strong attention to detail, initiative, and a positive, professional attitude, with the ability to exercise sound judgment in managing priorities and client-facing tasks · Knowledge of legal terminology, documents, and legal processes · Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and related software tools · 3+ years of legal administrative experience required About MendenFreiman MendenFreiman is a boutique private wealth and business law firm trusted by high-net-worth individuals, business owners, and families for more than two decades. Our team is known for combining deep technical insight with practical, solutions-driven counsel across business formation, succession planning, commercial real estate, tax planning, and complex transactions. We pride ourselves on a collaborative culture where attorneys and staff work closely together to deliver thoughtful, high-impact results. We emphasize consistency, accountability, and teamwork in how we serve clients and support one another across the firm. If you’re looking to build your career with a firm respected for its expertise and values, MendenFreiman offers a place to thrive. Please note that we will not be working with external recruiters for this search. Benefits & Total Rewards We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support both your professional growth and personal well-being. Benefits for this role include: Competitive base salary and bonus opportunity, comprehensive day-one benefits, medical, dental and vision coverage, retirement plan with company match, generous paid time off, employee assistance resources, and a modern Class A office environment.

Responsibilities

The Legal Assistant will provide administrative and legal support to assigned attorneys and the practice group, including preparing engagement letters, managing calendars, and assisting with client inquiries. This role also involves direct support to the Senior Executive Legal & Operations Assistant for practice-level coordination and workflow management.