Legal Assistant

A leading corporate litigation and intellectual property firm in Royal Oak, MI is seeking a detail-oriented and organized Legal Assistant to join their team! They are looking for someone with at least 2 years of experience as a legal assistant with specific experience in trust and estate to provide essential support to two attorneys by managing a high volume of estate planning tasks, including document preparation, scheduling and client communication. This is a great job if you thrive in a fast-paced environment without losing attention to detail and are looking to join a relaxed, but professional firm with a welcoming, team-oriented atmosphere!

Legal Assistant Requirements:

• 2+ years experience as a Legal Assistant in Trust and Estate
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Word
• Experience with cloud-based document management systems
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to manage a high volume of work and prioritize effectively
• Proactive with the ability to work ahead and manage tasks independently
• Experience with probate is preferred
• Bachelor's degree preferred but not required

Legal Assistant Responsibilities:

• Prepare trust and estate planning documents, including proofreading and word processing
• Manage attorney calendars, set up appointments, and organize conference rooms for meetings
• Build and organize binders for client files
• Schedule and follow up on client meetings, particularly for estate planning
• Handle some probate filings and search for relevant documents within the court system
• Assist with end-of-year reporting and filings
• Provide support to 1-2 attorneys with diverse working style="">Apply now!
  
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