Legal Assistant

We are in search of a Legal Assistant to join our team in Royal Oak, Michigan. The successful candidate will be tasked with supporting our growing practice within the Trust & Estate Planning industry, with the flexibility to work remotely. This role will involve working in collaboration with assigned attorneys to manage administrative services and ensure an effective daily workflow.

Responsibilities:

• Manage attorneys' calendars and schedule appointments.
• Prepare and compose confidential correspondence, reports, and other complex corporate documents.
• Draft and edit estate planning documents under the supervision of attorneys.
• Prepare estate planning signing binders.
• Conduct time entry and billing for attorneys.
• Arrange travel as needed.
• Maintain confidentiality of all firm and client matters.
• Cover the front desk when necessary.
• Perform other assigned duties.

Key Skills:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and PDF manipulation software.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Exceptional organizational and detail-oriented skills with strong proofreading and prioritization abilities.
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects simultaneously.
• Experience in using a document management system.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to effectively interact with all levels of firm employees.
• Understanding of the importance of confidentiality. • Possession of a Bachelor's degree in Law, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a legal assistant role, preferably in a law firm or corporate legal department.
• Proficient in estate planning and guardianship procedures.
• Strong knowledge of legal research databases and legal bibliographies.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to multitask and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Familiarity with legal documentation and terminology.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.