Estate Planning Legal Intern

Job Summary:

The Village Law Firm is seeking an intern for its growing trusts and estates practice. This is a fantastic opportunity for a student looking to gain experience in working in the legal field.

About Us:

We are a boutique estate planning law firm that serves the legal and wealth planning needs of New York City's artists, entrepreneurs, tech professionals, and other varied and interesting characters who make up this great City. We are a fast-growing law firm that aims to provide a unique, holistic client experience and constantly seeks to improve the services we provide to our clients.

Our team is fun, friendly, and committed to providing peace of mind to New Yorkers and their families. We have a collaborative approach which recognizes that all members of our team contribute to the success of our firm and the satisfaction of our clients.

About the Position:

The Legal Intern will play an important role in the smooth operation of the firm and the execution of clients' legal documents.

Responsibilities:

Field and direct phone calls from clients, prospects, and advisors.

Assist in preparation of client legal documents

Perform administrative tasks

Proofread documents

Update schedules and calendars

Send out postcards, reminders, and holiday cards/packages

Requirements

Excellent academic credentials

Dependable -- on time is five minutes early

Ambitious -- an intense desire to put your education into practice

Organized -- ability to focus on a task, be redirected, and return to complete said task

Curious -- willing to pitch in and ask the team for help or further clarification

Benefits

Compensation: $15.00-20.00 per hour based on experience; Willing to fill out paperwork for credit

Hours: 15-20 hours per week; at least one full day per week.