Top 38 Paralegal assistant Jobs in Grand Rapids Mi

Paralegal Probate and Estate Planning
Miller Johnson —Grand Rapids, MI
- From $30 an hour
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- 5 years
- Paid parental leave
- Disability insurance
7d
Legal Assistant I
City of Grand Rapids, MI —Grand Rapids, MI
- $59,182.10 - $71,167.84 a year
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- High school diploma or GED
- Wellness program
- Paid parental leave
5d
Witness Coordinator
KMRG, LLC —Grand Rapids, MI
- $22.50 - $27.43 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Mid-level
- Office
- Databases
Legal Assistant/Paralegal
Velo Associates PLC —Grand Rapids, MI
- $17 - $23 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- No travel
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Legal Assistants
Velo Law —Grand Rapids, MI
- Entry level
Legal Assistant
KMRG, LLC —Grand Rapids, MI
- $22.50 - $27.43 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Mid-level
- Office
- Databases
Full-Time Paralegal/Legal Assistant
Augustin Law Offices, PLLC —Grand Rapids, MI
- $17 - $38 an hour
- Email
- Hybrid work
- Mid-level
- In-person
- 2 years
- Paid holidays
- 401(k)
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Legal Clerk
KMRG, LLC —Grand Rapids, MI
- $22.50 - $27.43 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Mid-level
- Office
- Databases
2027 Summer Associate Positions (Grand Rapids)
Smith Haughey Rice & Roegge —Grand Rapids, MI
- Seasonal
- Entry level
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Legal Assistant/Paralegal
The Gilchrist Law Firm, PA —Grand Rapids, MI
- $21.22 - $26.28 an hour
- Full-time
- Analysis skills
- In-person
- Senior level
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Document Review Specialist (in-office Grand Rapids, MI)
Stenger & Stenger PC —Grand Rapids, MI
- Analysis skills
- Organizational skills
- Entry level
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Affidavit Team Associate
Stenger & Stenger PC —Grand Rapids, MI
- Organizational skills
- Communication skills
- Entry level
- Opportunities for advancement
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Litigation Legal Assistant
Warner Norcross & Judd LLP —Grand Rapids, MI
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- High school diploma or GED
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
Paralegal
KMRG, LLC —Grand Rapids, MI
- $22.50 - $27.43 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Mid-level
- Databases
- Administrative experience
Paralegal (Litigation Support - Affirmative Civil Enforcement)
Legacy Management Solutions —Grand Rapids, MI
- $80,000 - $100,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Mid-level
- Analysis skills
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7d
Trusts & Estates Paralegal (West Michigan)
Warner Norcross & Judd LLP —Grand Rapids, MI
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- Wellness program
- Disability insurance
Professional Support Staff
Price Heneveld —Grand Rapids, MI
- Email
- Internship
- Entry level
Paralegal (in office Grand Rapids, MI)
Stenger & Stenger PC —Grand Rapids, MI
- Mid-level
- 1 year
- Associate's degree
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Civil Litigation Paralegal - I
SBS Law, PLC —Grand Rapids, MI
- $48,000 - $55,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Writing skills
- Bachelor's degree
- In-person
- Free parking
- Health insurance
Quick Apply
6d
Paralegal/Legal Assistant II
SGI Global, LLC —Grand Rapids, MI
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
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Paralegal Probate and Estate Planning

Miller Johnson -
Grand Rapids, MI

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Job Details

Full-time
From $30 an hour
7 days ago

Benefits

Paid parental leave
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Tuition reimbursement
Paid time off
Adoption assistance
Parental leave
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Flexible schedule
Life insurance
Referral program
Retirement plan

Qualifications

Estate administration
Customer communication
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Outlook
Legal writing
Caseload management
Writing skills
E-filing platforms
Filing
Trust administration
Client services
Probate process support
Legal case management
Delegation
Wills, trusts & estate law

Full Job Description

Miller Johnson, a rapidly growing Midwest law firm known for its entrepreneurial spirit, down‑to‑earth culture, and deep-rooted commitment to the communities we serve is looking for a Paralegal to support our Probate and Estate Planning Practice Group (PEP). In this role you will support attorneys in all phases of estate and trust administration, probate proceedings, fiduciary support, and related matters.

Key Responsibilities and Essential Functions

Support estate and trust administration matters, including drafting probate court pleadings, notices, inventories, accountings, fiduciary documents, and proposed distribution schedules.
Track and manage deadlines related to probate proceedings, court filings, tax filings, hearings, and procedural requirements to ensure compliance with applicable rules and timelines, including oversight of docketing for assigned matters.
Collaborate with attorneys on administration matters including tax filings, non-judicial settlement agreements, certificates of trust, and trustee succession documentation.
Prepare and coordinate real estate-related documents, including Fiduciary Deeds, Property Transfer Affidavits (PTAs), and PRE rescissions.
Assist attorneys with contested probate and trust matters, including litigation-related pleadings, discovery coordination, court filings, and hearing preparation.
Assist with gathering financial, tax, and asset information necessary for administration and settlement activities.
Communicate directly with clients, beneficiaries, financial advisors, court staff, taxing authorities, and opposing counsel regarding estate and trust administration matters.
Coordinate document exchange and communication between attorneys, LAAs, clients, and external parties while maintaining organized and accurate client and matter documentation.
Record time for assigned billable tasks in accordance with the Firm’s billing practices
Participate in team-based coverage planning as well as in practice group and client meetings.
Share knowledge, promotes consistency, and supports process improvements across the PEP team.
Delegate appropriate administrative and workflow-related tasks to assigned LAAs.

Education and Experience

Associate’s degree and/or Paralegal Certificate required; Bachelor’s degree preferred
Minimum 5 years of experience supporting probate and trust administration required; prior experience in general litigation and/or probate litigation preferred
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suites (including Excel, Outlook, and Word) required
Advanced working knowledge of case management systems, document management platforms, and electronic filing systems required
Knowledge of general accounting and bookkeeping principles preferred

Skills, Knowledge, and other Competencies

Strong understanding of probate court rules and procedures, laws, and regulations relating to trust administration.
Exceptional client service skills with the ability to exercise professionalism, discretion, and sound judgment in handling sensitive matters
Self-motivated professional with the ability to work collaboratively and independently in a fast-paced environment.
Demonstrates consistent accuracy, responsiveness, and attention to detail in a high-volume environment.
Independently drafts complex probate, trust administration, and litigation-related documentation with minimal revision required.
Manages assigned cases proactively, monitors deadlines, and identifies next steps without needing direction on each task.
Communicates effectively and concisely in writing and verbally.
Ability to delegate work effectively and provide guidance to more junior team members.

Culture and Benefits
At Miller Johnson, our culture is anchored in our Core Values and how we work together:

Who We Are
Integrity and Candor – We speak the truth
Down to Earth – We stay humble and real
Grit – We push through and get it done
Committed to Excellence – We raise the bar
Committed to Impact – We lift others up

How We Work
Entrepreneurial Mindset – We think like owners
Down to Business – We move fast and stay practical
Rooted and Invested – We build lasting trust

We are committed to fostering an exceptional work experience that includes a healthy work-life balance and an inclusive culture that values uniquely talented team members. We offer competitive wages, flexible scheduling, paid time off, and annual performance reviews. Our benefit package includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance, paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, adoption assistance, and a 401(k)-retirement plan.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Referral program
Retirement plan
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Grand Rapids, MI 49503

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