Legal Assistant; Estate Planning

Cincinnati, OH (Liberty Township Office) | In-Office | Monday–Friday (8:00 AM–5:00 PM)

Must have Estate Planning or related Business Industry experience to be considered

At Bricker Graydon LLP, we are committed to fostering a firm culture rooted in inclusivity, collaboration, and mutual respect.

We deeply value the unique strengths, experiences, and perspectives that each team member brings. While there are many great reasons to build a career at Bricker Graydon Wyatt, the true driving force behind our success is our people. Our attorneys and professional staff define who we are—and they are the reason we thrive each day. At Bricker Graydon Wyatt, you belong.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, vision, and dental insurance, 401(k) with employer match, life insurance, firm-paid short- and long-term disability, parental leave, an HSA with employer contribution, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, competitive paid time off, and more.

We are seeking a Legal Assistant to join our Estate Planning Group.

Under general supervision and in accordance with Firm policies and procedures, this position provides high-level administrative support to attorneys and their clients, maintaining positive and professional communication across the board. The Legal Assistant ensures timely and accurate completion of work assigned by multiple attorneys, including document preparation, electronic filing, calendar and deadline tracking, and overall practice support.

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience as a Legal Assistant or Legal Secretary.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in Estate Planning or related Business Industry experience.

• Strong typing, formatting, and proofreading skills with meticulous attention to detail
• Familiarity with estate planning processes and legal terminology.
• Exceptional organization, time management, and communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to manage calendars, deadlines, and multiple priorities effectively
• Comfortable working independently while collaborating as part of a team
• Flexible and responsive to time-sensitive demands; willingness to work beyond regular business hours when necessary
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with tools such as iManage, Aderant, Interaction, and Pre Bill Manager is a plus
• Adept with legal document preparation, transcription, and editing (minimum typing speed of 70 wpm)

• Prepare and edit legal documents, correspondence, reports, and internal forms accurately and efficiently
• Transcribe from dictation or handwritten material; draft, format, and modify documents based on attorney notes and instructions
• Maintain calendars, schedule meetings and appointments, and monitor filing deadlines
• Handle phone calls and visitors professionally, gathering accurate information and directing inquiries appropriately
• Coordinate travel arrangements and submit expense reports for assigned attorneys and team members
• Assist with pre-bill review and edits to meet monthly billing deadlines
• Perform or oversee administrative tasks such as e-filing, creating tables of authorities/contents, managing Excel/PowerPoint files, and document formatting
• Assign or handle administrative tasks like scanning, copying, docketing, mail distribution, time entry, and file maintenance when needed
• Support other attorneys and legal assistants during high-volume periods or team member absences

The information provided in this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by incumbents within this job. It is not intended to be a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications, or working conditions required of employees assigned to this role. Management reserves the right to modify or add duties at any time. This job description is not an employment agreement or contract.

We offer a full benefits package, including paid family leave and a generous firm 401(k) contribution. If you are interested in becoming a member of our team, please visit our careers page at  to complete our online application.

All qualified applicants are welcome without regard to gender, gender identity or gender expression, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity or cultural identity, national origin, religion, age, veteran status, genetics or disability. Women, minorities, LGBTQ+, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.