Probate & Trust Paralegal — Growth-Driven, Impactful Role

Coonen Law, PLLC; Michigan; On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Supportive team culture

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Coonen Law, PLLC, a woman-owned, mission-driven Michigan law firm, is seeking a proactive paralegal to support estate and trust administration. You will handle pleadings, inventories, and accountings, organize client files with precision, and coordinate hearings for attorneys.

We value initiative, independence, and growth-minded professionals who want to advance in probate and trust practice. We offer competitive pay, a collaborative culture, and opportunities for professional development as our

Qualifications

• Self-starter with strong work ethic, high resourcefulness, and ability to work independently.
• Growth mindset with coachability and willingness to master probate and trust administration.
• Exceptional attention to detail, proofreading, and organizational skills.
• Experience in estate planning and probate administration is a plus; proven high achievement and quick learning matter most.
• Education: Associate or Bachelor's degree in Legal Studies, Paralegal Studies, or related field, or 2+ years probate experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist with estate and trust administration, including pleadings, inventories and accountings.
• Maintain and organize client files with extreme precision, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.
• Proactively communicate with clients to gather necessary information, answer inquiries, and provide updates on case progress.
• Coordinate appointments, meetings and court appearances for attorneys.
• Take ownership of learning our practice areas and contribute to improving workflows, systems, and processes as our firm grows.

Skills

Drive and Ownership

Growth Mindset

Precision

Experience

Education

Associate or Bachelor's degree in Legal Studies, Paralegal Studies (or related field) OR an equivalent of 2+ years probate experience

Job description

Coonen Law, PLLC, a woman-owned, mission-driven Michigan law firm, is seeking a proactive paralegal to support estate and trust administration. You will handle pleadings, inventories, and accountings, organize client files with precision, and coordinate hearings for attorneys.

We value initiative, independence, and growth-minded professionals who want to advance in probate and trust practice. We offer competitive pay, a collaborative culture, and opportunities for professional development as our