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Jordan Balkema Elder Law Center

Legal Assistant/Paralegal

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A Paralegal or Legal Assistant assists attorneys and law offices with a variety of tasks ranging from administrative support to legal research and writing. Maintains and organizes files or file databases. Conducts legal or other background research, assists with preparation for trials or hearings, and drafts documents to be filed. Uses software for electronic discovery of materials such as email for a trial. May specialize in a particular area of the law such as corporate or criminal law, family law or real estate law.

$61,331 / year median in Michigan

+2% projected growth

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Job Description

We are seeking a full-time legal assistant to help grow our team. Jordan Balkema Elder Law Center is a successful, growing, elder law firm with 4 offices in Northern Michigan. This person should be an experienced individual who is organized, hardworking and dedicated to creating long term relationships with clients. In addition to a love of working with Northern Michigan Seniors, the ideal candidate should have strong computer, verbal and written skills with at least 2 years of experience working in a law office. They will need to be able to work independently while under the direction of an attorney. Experience in elder law, such as estate planning, probate and trust administration, and guardianships/conservatorships is preferred. Other duties include assisting with document preparation, signings and coordinating appointments.
Pay:
Salary dependent upon experience.
Job Type:
Full-time Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance
Work Location:
In person