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Legal Administrative Assistant / Case Manager – Probate and Trust Administration Specialist Jobs in Remote at Law Department
Fully Remote Michigan Probate and Trust Administration Specialist
Legal Assistant / Case Manager
Full-Time | Fully Remote | $20–$22/hr + Benefits
We are a Michigan-based elder law, estate planning, and probate firm seeking an experienced Legal Assistant / Case Manager for a full-time, fully remote position. This role REQUIRES prior hands-on experience in Michigan probate and trust administration, drafting probate SCAO documents, strong drafting skills, and the ability to work independently in a deadline-driven environment.
This position is not entry-level.
Responsibilities
- Manage Michigan probate cases, including guardianships, conservatorships, and decedent estates
- Perform deed research and drafting, including recording through Simplifile
- Prepare and assist with Michigan e-filing and court submissions
- Maintain and manage cases in Clio
- Assemble and proof documents using HotDocs and Adobe
- Track deadlines and ensure timely filings
- Communicate professionally and empathetically with elderly and disabled clients and their families
Required Qualifications
- Prior experience working in Michigan probate and estate planning (required)
- Clio case management experience (required)
- Experience with HotDocs, Adobe, and legal drafting software
- Familiarity with Michigan e-filing systems
- Experience with Simplifile or similar deed recording platforms
- Strong attention to detail and proofreading skills
- Ability to work fully remote with minimal supervision
- Deadline-driven, organized, and reliable
- Compassionate and professional client demeanor
Preferred Qualifications
- Paralegal certificate or related degree
- Experience in elder law or working with elderly/disabled clients
- Multi-county Michigan probate experience
Compensation & Benefits
- $20.00–$22.00/hour to start, based on experience
- Bi-annual performance bonus
- QSEHRA health insurance reimbursement
- SIMPLE IRA with employer match
- Paid time off and paid holidays
Remote Work Requirements
- Reliable high-speed internet
- Secure, private home office
- Ability to manage workload independently without close supervision
Applicants without prior Michigan probate, estate planning, and Clio experience will not be considered.
Pay: From $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible spending account
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Work from home
Work Location: Remote
Title: Legal Administrative Assistant / Case Manager – Probate and Trust Administration Specialist
Company: Law Department
Location: Remote
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