Overview
Legal Secretary/Paralegal Jobs in Saint Clair Shores, MI at Heitmanis Law Group PLLC
Overview
We are a St. Clair Shores based probate law firm seeking a compassionate, detail-oriented individual to cross-train as a secretary and paralegal. The ideal candidate would have experience working in a law firm, preferably a probate law firm. Our office does a high volume of various probate cases including guardianships, conservatorships, trust administration, and decedents estates. Salary is commensurate with experience with a comprehensive benefits package provided.
Duties
- Answering telephones
- Managing attorney’s calendar
- Transcribing dictation
- Preparing correspondences, pleadings, and SCAO forms
- Service of documents
- Communicate with various court staff and other legal professionals
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date case files and documentation
- Managing a caseload of guardianship files
- Acting as a primary point of contact for clients and families
- Coordinating residential placements and monitoring clients’ living conditions to ensure they meet safety and health standards
- Communicating with healthcare professionals and service providers
- Assist in securing Social Security Benefits, Medicaid, and other public benefits on behalf of clients
- Maintain confidentiality and adhere to all ethical and legal guidelines
Qualifications
- Associate’s degree preferred
- Minimum of 1 year experience preferred, ideally in probate law, as either a legal secretary or paralegal
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
- Strong organizational skills and ability to manage a high volume of cases
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks simultaneously
- Empathetic, client-focused approach with a commitment to making a positive impact
- Knowledge of probate law
Expected hours: 40.0 per week
Work Location: In person
Title: Legal Secretary/Paralegal
Company: Heitmanis Law Group PLLC
Location: Saint Clair Shores, MI
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