
Legal Executive Assistant at Sterlington, PLLC
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United StatesFull-timePLLCPosted 3 months ago
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<p><strong>Location:</strong> <span data-teams="true"> Philadelphia | 50 South 16th Street, Suite 2925 Philadelphia, PA 19102</span></p>
<p><strong>Contract: </strong><span class="TextRun SCXW222678977 BCX8" lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW222678977 BCX8">Full-time, Permanent</span></span></p>
<p><strong>Practice Group: </strong>Private Wealth </p>
<p><strong>Work type</strong>: Hybrid. <span data-teams="true">This role offers flexibility to work remotely two days per week, with three days in the office to support the team members you work closely with.</span></p>
<p><strong>Compensation: </strong><span data-teams="true">Competitive and aligned with experience. </span></p>
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<p><span data-ccp-props="{}"><strong>Our Firm:</strong></span></p>
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<p>Sterlington PLLC is a full-service law firm focusing on complex corporate, litigation, executive compensation, and private wealth matters. As a firm, we focus on the economic as well as the legal aspects of our matters.<br>Among other strengths, Sterlington is the ultimate law firm for founders, senior executives, and UHNWIs as well as their related businesses.<br><br></p>
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<p>Learn more at: <a id="menurr1" class="fui-Link ___1q1shib f2hkw1w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1s184ao f1mk8lai fnbmjn9 f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn" href="https://www.sterlingtonlaw.com/" target="_blank">www.sterlingtonlaw.com/</a></p>
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<p><span data-ccp-props="{}"><strong><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-parastyle="heading 3">The Opportunity</span></span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"134245418":true,"134245529":true,"335559738":281,"335559739":281}"> <br></span></span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">We're looking for an experienced Legal Executive Assistant to provide exceptional support to our Chief Estate Accountant and the Estate Administration team in our Private Wealth practice. </span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">This role is central to ensuring seamless operations and outstanding client service within the practice, which services Ultra High Net Worth individuals and families.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-ccp-props="{}"><span data-ccp-props="{"134245418":true,"134245529":true,"335559738":281,"335559739":281}"> <span data-teams="true">Our Private Wealth group is led by attorneys who previously practiced at a nationally recognized Am Law 100 firm and are now expanding a highly personalized, client-focused platform within a growing firm environment.</span></span></span></p>
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<p><strong>What You'll Do:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="8" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Prepare and revise estate planning documents with precision and attention to detail</span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="8" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Manage complex calendars, schedule appointments, and coordinate travel arrangements</li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="8" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Oversee all aspects of new client intake and implementation</li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="8" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Maintain document retention systems, including vault documents and digital filing</li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="8" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Handle billing processes and client distributions</li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="8" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Support time tracking </li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="8" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, demonstrating professionalism and discretion</li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="8" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Managing communications with internal and external stakeholders<span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
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<p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Estate & Fiduciary Administration Support:</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p>
<ul>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="10" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Assist with the preparation and organization of estate tax returns (Form 706), fiduciary income tax returns (Form 1041), and gift tax returns (Form 709)</span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="10" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Maintain detailed filing systems for estate and trust documentation, ensuring compliance with retention requirements</li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="10" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Track critical deadlines for tax filings, court accountings, and fiduciary reporting obligations</li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="10" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Coordinate the collection and organization of financial data, asset valuations, and supporting documentation from clients and third parties</li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="10" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Other ad-hoc work as required<span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
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<p><strong>What We're Looking For</strong><strong>:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="11" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Minimum 5 years of executive support experience, preferably in professional services, accounting, or estate planning</span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="11" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Working knowledge of estate and trust taxation concepts; familiarity with Forms 706, 1041, and 709 highly desirable</li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="11" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Experience working with high-net-worth clientele</li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="11" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Experience supporting C-suite executives or senior professionals in client-facing environments</li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="11" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Exceptional organizational skills with proven ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines</li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="11" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)</li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="11" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Outstanding written and verbal communication skills</li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="11" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Absolute discretion and ability to handle highly confidential information<span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
</ul>
<p>Full-time employees are eligible for enrollment in our Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance plans, as well as our 401(k)-retirement program.</p>
<p>Sterlington uses E-Verify to confirm employees’ work authorization.</p>
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<p><span data-teams="true"><em>At Sterlington, we believe that world-class talent has no boundaries. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment where unique perspectives are valued and every individual has the opportunity to thrive. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply.</em></span></p>
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