Legal Assistant

Are you someone who pays attention to detail? Do you thrive in a fast paced environment and aiding those who need it most? Are you passionate about court systems and the City of Detroit? Then join our team at Wayne County Probate Court. Wayne County Probate Court's vision is as an innovative court where there is complete confidence that all probate matters will be resolved with fairness and integrity.We are dedicated to handling all probate matters with C.A.R.E! (Courtesy, Accessibility, Responsiveness, and Efficiency)The Wayne County Probate Court is looking for a Legal Assistant. This position is under the direct supervision of the Court Attorney and the overall direction of the Chief Deputy Probate Register; the Legal Assistant provides high-level administrative and legal support to the Probate Court. This position assists with case processing, legal documentation, specialized court programs, and coordination of court-related projects.See full job description link below.QUALIFICATIONS:Minimum of two (2) years of probate court or law firm experience in an administrative or legal support role required.Associate's degree in paralegal studies or related field preferred but not required.Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks effectively.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and court case management systems.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.Annual Salary: $56,600Snapshot of our Benefits:Health Insurance PlansDental InsuranceVision InsuranceLife Insurance Provided by WCPCHealth and Dependent Flexible Spending AccountsRetirement PlanOptional Roth IRA and 457 Retirement PlansGenerous Paid Time Off including 14 paid holidays per yearGENERAL INFORMATION: Management will make all determinations as to what assessments will be used to establish qualifications. Application must be made on an application form which may be obtained from the Wayne County Probate Court Human Resources Office or downloaded from the WCPC SharePoint Home Page and accompanied by a cover letter and résumé. The application may be used both for determining admission to the examination, if applicable, and for assistance in rating qualifications and ability to do the job. Applicants will be notified of the time and place of the examination, if applicable. If you are handicapped, you must notify the Employer in writing of the need for accommodation in connection with job duties. Permanent appointees must satisfactorily complete a trial period of at least nine (9) months before obtaining regular status in the position and a nine (9) month probationary period if applicable. Promotion of diversity is fueled by the desire to seek equality of opportunity for all persons.The Wayne County Probate Court is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Workplace.Please note that only selected candidates will be contacted for further consideration. We appreciate your understanding and thank all applicants for their interest in this opportunity.

Created: 2026-03-18