Legal Administrative Assistant

Gadsden Schneider & Woodward LLP•Wayne, PA

1d•$65,000 - $85,000•Onsite

About The Position

Gadsden Schneider & Woodward LLP is seeking an experienced Legal Administrative Assistant to support our established trusts and estates practice. This is a full-time, onsite role for a detail-oriented professional who understands the pace, discretion, and precision required in a law firm environment and takes pride in producing high-quality work. You will work closely with seasoned attorneys in a collaborative, respectful office where professionalism, client service, and long-term relationships matter. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys being a trusted part of a well-run legal team and values stability, structure, and meaningful work.

Requirements

Prior experience as a legal administrative assistant or legal secretary in a law firm
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Excellent attention to detail and advanced proofreading abilities
Proven ability to manage deadlines, multitask, and prioritize work effectively
Professional demeanor and strong client-service mindset
Familiarity with legal document preparation and file management systems
Notary commission or eligibility to obtain one
Commitment to confidentiality and professionalism

Nice To Haves

Experience in estate planning

Responsibilities

Preparing, editing, and finalizing estate planning and related legal documents from templates and attorney drafts
Managing attorney calendars, scheduling client meetings, document signings, and notarial appointments
Serving as a professional point of contact for clients, answering calls and facilitating clear, courteous communication
Processing new client intakes and accurately entering information into firm systems
Maintaining well-organized digital and physical client files, including active and archived matters
Coordinating the execution and distribution of client documents
Notarizing documents or obtaining a notary commission, if not already commissioned