Paralegal - Estate & Trust Administration

Build My Great Team•Alpena, MI

11h•$48,000 - $58,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Estate & Trust Administration Paralegal Remote, Hybrid or In-Office | Competitive Salary + Bonuses + Monthly Stipend Build a meaningful legal career helping families navigate life’s most important transitions with a collaborative team that values precision, professionalism, and client care. About the Firm Wenzel Bennett & Harris is an established law firm focused on probate, trust administration, and estate planning. Our work centers on helping families protect their legacy, navigate complex legal processes, and move forward with confidence. We take pride in combining strong legal expertise with thoughtful client service. Our team works closely together, supports one another, and values the professionalism and dedication each member brings to the firm. As our practice continues to grow, we are seeking an Estate & Trust Administration Paralegal who enjoys working in a collaborative environment and takes pride in producing high-quality work. Why Work Here Many legal professionals reach a point where they want more than simply managing files or meeting deadlines. They want their work to matter. At Wenzel Bennett & Harris you will be part of a team that helps clients during some of the most important and sensitive moments in their lives. Here you will find: A supportive, team-oriented office environment Attorneys who value the expertise and contributions of experienced paralegals Meaningful client interactions where your work directly impacts families A growing firm with opportunities to expand your skills in estate planning and trust administration Flexibility through full-time remote, hybrid scheduling options or in-office work About the Role This paralegal position primarily supports the firm’s estate and trust administration practice, including probate estate matters and trust administration. The role plays a key part in assisting attorneys and helping guide matters through the administration process from opening through completion. You will work closely with attorneys, clients, financial institutions, and court personnel to help ensure probate and trust administration matters move forward efficiently and accurately. While the primary focus of this role is estate and trust administration, experience with estate planning documents and processes is helpful and may provide opportunities to assist the estate planning team as needed. This position requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple matters simultaneously while maintaining clear communication with clients and the legal team. The position may be structured as full-time in-office or hybrid, depending on experience and the needs of the team.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree, paralegal certificate from an accredited institution, or equivalent professional experience
2+ years of paralegal experience in probate, trust administration, or estate planning within the State of Michigan
Working knowledge of probate procedures and estate planning documents such as wills, trusts, and powers of attorney
Strong organizational and time management skills
Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal practice management software
Ability to manage multiple matters and deadlines simultaneously
High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team

Nice To Haves

Experience working in or closely with probate court processes is welcomed and highly valued

Responsibilities

Take primary responsibility for managing probate, trust, and estate administration matters under attorney supervision, including preparing, filing, tracking, and following through on all required legal documents and deadlines
Prepare and coordinate court filings, correspondence, and documentation related to probate estate and trust administration
Assist with the preparation and coordination of real estate and related documents associated with probate estates and trust administration matters
Maintain highly organized case files and electronic document systems to ensure accurate recordkeeping and efficient retrieval of information
Track and proactively manage deadlines and filing requirements to ensure timely completion of court filings and administration tasks
Coordinate communication with clients, courts, financial institutions, and other outside professionals to ensure matters progress efficiently and clients remain informed
Collaborate with attorneys and team members to support the efficient progression of matters from opening through completion
Provide support to the estate planning team when needed, including assisting with preparation of wills, trusts, and powers of attorney