Job Description

We're looking for a full-time/part-time Legal Secretary to join our Wills & Estates and Commercial teams. You'll support our lawyers across estate planning, probate, commercial transactions, and general admin work, helping us deliver great client service.

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This job is suitable for current law students - who are encouraged to apply.

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What You'll Do:

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Wills & Estates:

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- Prepare wills, powers of attorney, and probate forms
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- Manage estate files and court deadlines
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Commercial:

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- Assist with contract preparation and review
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- Support transaction documentation and filing
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- Manage commercial client files and correspondence
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General:

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- Manage files and calendars
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- Talk with clients with care and professionalism
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- Help with billing and general admin
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What You'll Need:

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- 1+ years' legal secretary experience (ideally Wills & Estates and/or Commercial)
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- Good computer and typing skills (65+ WPM)
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- Friendly attitude and strong attention to detail
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- Experience with legal software (e.g., Affinity, Leap, Salesforce, PEXA)
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- Ability to work across multiple practice areas
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What We Offer:

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- Supportive, friendly work culture
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- Up-to-date office and tools
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- Exposure to diverse legal practice areas
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- Room to grow your career
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📌 Legal Secretary (Cleveland)
🏢 McCarthy Durie Lawyers
📍 Cleveland