Estate & Trust Administration Legal Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

We are currently seeking an organized individual to join our estate and trust administration team in our Southfield office.

Job Responsibilities:

• Assist attorneys with estate and trust administration matters, including probate filings and court documents.
• Prepare and organize estate inventories, accountings, and related documents.
• Communicate with beneficiaries, financial institutions, courts, and other parties.
• Manage deadlines and calendars for administration matters.
• Draft and edit correspondence and legal documents.
• Maintain organized case files and track administration timelines.

Education, Experience, and Qualifications:

• Experience preferred by not required.
• High school diploma required. Paralegal certificate or bachelor's degree preferred.
• Prior experience with estate, trust, or probate matters is a plus but not required.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally, both orally and in writing.
• Strong organizational, multitasking, and time management skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with the highest degree of integrity and confidentiality.
• Willingness to consistently and accurately follow established policies and procedures.

Compensation:

Based on experience.

Company Description

Chalgian & Tripp Law Offices, PLLC, is a mid-sized yet state-wide law firm with attorneys spread across 8 locations throughout Michigan. Our practice areas are specific to probate court jurisdiction, including estate planning, estate and trust administration, special needs planning, elder law, and probate litigation.

Chalgian & Tripp Law Offices is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Please share your interest and your resume with Teresa Khon at View email address on ziprecruiter.com.

Company Description

Chalgian & Tripp Law Offices, PLLC, is a mid-sized yet state-wide law firm with attorneys spread across 8 locations throughout Michigan. Our practice areas are specific to probate court jurisdiction, including estate planning, estate and trust administration, special needs planning, elder law, and probate litigation. \r\n\r\nChalgian & Tripp Law Offices is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. \r\n\r\nPlease share your interest and your resume with Teresa Khon at View email address on ziprecruiter.com.