Senior Paralegal
Job Description
Job Description
Compensation: $60,000 – $65,000 annually + quarterly performance bonuses
We are seeking a Senior Paralegal with a minimum of 5 years of experience to join our growing team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in estate planning and probate law and will be capable of managing a team of legal assistants while supporting our attorneys with high-level legal and administrative tasks. If you're organized, detail-oriented, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we’d love to hear from you.
Compensation:$60,000 - $65,000 yearly plus bonuses
Responsibilities:- Oversee and manage a team of legal assistants, providing mentorship, support, and quality assurance
- Prepare and review legal documents, particularly those related to estate planning and probate matters
- Ensure that all deadlines are met and that the legal team is aware of upcoming tasks and case milestones
- Conduct legal research as needed and assist attorneys with case preparation
- Maintain organized and accurate client files, billing records, and document databases
- Communicate professionally with clients, courts, and opposing counsel
- Coordinate meetings, travel, and other logistics for attorneys
- Support day-to-day office operations as needed to maintain efficiency
- Minimum of 5 years of paralegal experience
- Prior experience in estate planning and probate is preferred
- Proven ability to lead and manage legal support staff
- Strong organizational, communication, and time management skills
- Proficiency with MS Office products and legal document management systems
- Associate’s degree or paralegal certification is preferred
We are a rapidly growing boutique law firm located in downtown South Lyon, known for our strong team culture! We take pride in serving clients by addressing their estate planning and probate needs with care and compassion.
Our Core Values Are:
- Honesty
- Good Vibes
- Collaboration
- Trust
- Communication
- Respect
- Passion
Benefits Offered:
- Quarterly performance-based bonuses
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits
- 9 paid holidays
- 2 weeks of paid vacation time in the first year
- 5 paid sick days
- Occasional work-from-home opportunities for high performers
- Supportive leadership and training
Schedule:
- Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. in our downtown South Lyon office
Ready for a chance to join a close-knit, compassionate team of dedicated legal professionals? You’ll have an opportunity to help a thriving law firm succeed and make a tangible difference in clients' lives every day. If this sounds like a job you’d love, apply now!
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