Legal Administrative Assistant - Trusts & Estates - ...

Who We Are: Fredrikson is the premier Midwest-based law firm working collaboratively to help businesses achieve their goals regionally, nationally, and globally. Our firm offers highly competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits in a collaborative, hybrid work environment. Overview: We are seeking an experienced Legal Administrative Assistant to join our highly regarded Trusts & Estates Department. This position works in a results-driven and client-oriented environment and provides administrative support to attorneys who work in our Trusts & Estates practice group. Key Responsibilities Include: Assist in all aspects of trust and estate administration and tax and financial planning services. Prepare, draft, and review various legal documents including wills, trusts and related documents. Monitor intake of new matters and coordinate billing. Schedule and coordinate meetings, responsible for ensuring all necessary arrangements are made for in-person and virtual meetings. Provide administrative support and assistance by routing mail, screening calls, and performing various clerical duties. Perform other job-related duties and special projects as required. Our Ideal Candidate Will Have: Knowledge or familiarity with trust and estate planning practices (3+ years preferred); Exceptional organizational abilities, initiative, attention to detail, an ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting deadlines; Strong interpersonal skills, the ability to build relationships, and an interest in becoming an integral part in practice management; Self-motivation; a positive, professional, can-do attitude and approach; and the desire to think creatively and get things done effectively and efficiently; Advanced technical skills in Microsoft 2010 Suite and the willingness to learn new and evolving systems and applications. Benefits: Our comprehensive benefits options include medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, short- and long-term disability, employee resource benefits (inclusive of counseling, coaching, and caregiving guidance), paid parental leave, parenting classes, pre-tax parking and transportation options, and much more Our retirement plan includes financial planning, Social Security/Medicare planning, 401k/Roth investment options, and a firm-paid profit-sharing contribution. Benefits are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms and conditions. The estimated starting pay range is $24 - $39/hour. The compensation offered will be dependent on the candidate's experience, skills, education, professional background, overall qualifications, and geographic market location. Applying For This Position: Applications will only be accepted online at Applicants will be asked to submit a cover letter and resume. For assistance with the application process or for accommodations, please contact . About Fredrikson: With a reputation as the firm

Created: 2026-02-06