Paralegal

Position Summary

The Paralegal will work closely with attorneys and support staff to manage case files, prepare documents, conduct legal research, and coordinate deadlines across multiple practice areas. This is a full‑time, in‑office position in Farmington Hills, Michigan, with opportunities for professional growth within a respected, long‑standing firm.

• Assist attorneys in preparing and organizing pleadings, motions, affidavits, discovery materials, contracts, deeds, closing documents, wills, trusts, and other client‑specific legal forms.
• Conduct factual and legal research using statutes, case law, and secondary resources and prepare concise summaries or memoranda for attorney review.
• Maintain and update case files, client files, and matter databases, ensuring accuracy, confidentiality, and timely calendaring of deadlines, hearings, and closing dates.
• Coordinate with clients, courts, opposing counsel, title companies, closing agents, and other professionals to obtain and/or provide documents, correspondence, and updates.
• Prepare and assist with real estate closings, probate and estate‑planning submissions, family‑law filings, and general civil litigation dockets, including e‑filing where applicable.
• Draft and proofread correspondence, notices, affidavits, discovery responses, and other routine documents under the supervision of an attorney.
• Support attorneys in trial and hearing preparation, including organizing exhibits, depositions, and trial notebooks as needed.

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in paralegal studies or a related field; completion of an accredited paralegal program or equivalent experience is required.
• Minimum of 2–3 years of experience in a law firm or legal setting; experience in real estate, estate planning/probate, family law, or general civil litigation is preferred.
• Working knowledge of Michigan procedural rules, court systems, and common legal software (e.g., Westlaw/Lexis, Microsoft 365, practice management software).
• Strong organizational, time‑management, and multi‑tasking skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines across different practice areas.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a professional demeanor when interacting with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel.
• Must be able to maintain strict confidentiality and adhere to all ethical and professional standards.

• Familiarity with real estate closings, title work, and related documentation.
• Experience supporting estate‑planning and probate matters, including drafting wills, trusts, and probate filings.
• Comfort working in a general‑practice environment with attorneys who specialize in multiple areas.

Competitive salary based on experience, plus a comprehensive benefits package that may include health insurance, paid time off, retirement‑plan participation, and professional‑development support, consistent with firm policy.