About Lipton Law
Lipton Law is a well-established personal injury and medical malpractice firm based in
Southfield, Michigan, dedicated to advocating for clients who have been injured through the
negligence of others. We are seeking a detail-oriented and dependable Legal Assistant to join
our team. The ideal candidate will have litigation experience and the ability to provide
essential administrative and procedural support to our attorneys, with experience in legal office
operations, Microsoft Office, and navigating the Michigan court system. This role is well-suited
for someone who thrives in a fast-paced legal environment and takes pride in accurate,
compassionate, and timely work.
Key Responsibilities
โข Manage attorney calendars, schedule depositions, independent medical examinations
(IMEs), hearings, client meetings, and other appointments with precision and proactive
follow-through
โข Draft, format, proofread, and finalize legal documents, correspondence, pleadings,
demand letters, and other materials using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook,
PowerPoint)
โข File documents electronically and physically within the Michigan court system, including
e-filing through TrueFiling, MiFILE, or applicable court portals
โข Coordinate service of process, manage court-imposed deadlines, and maintain accurate
calendaring of litigation events
โข Communicate professionally and empathetically with clients, medical providers,
opposing counsel, insurance adjusters, court clerks, and other third parties on behalf of
attorneys
โข Organize and maintain case files, including medical records, bills, and correspondence
related to personal injury and medical malpractice matters
โข Assist with discovery, including organizing and indexing records, preparing binders, and
coordinating with medical experts and witnesses
โข Maintain and update case records in the Filevine Case Management system as
applicable
โข Perform general office support duties including scanning, copying, and maintaining
organized physical and digital filing systems
Qualifications
โข Minimum 2 years of experience as a Legal Assistant or in a similar legal support role
โข Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
โข Working knowledge of Michigan court procedures, local court rules, and e-filing systems
โข Experience supporting personal injury, medical malpractice, or related litigation practice
areas
โข Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail
โข Ability to prioritize and manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
โข Professional written and verbal communication skills, with a compassionate approach to
client interaction
โข Mandatory in-office training period. Opportunity for remote/hybrid work thereafter
Preferred:
โข Hands-on experience with Filevine Case Management software
โข Familiarity with medical terminology, medical records review, and working with
healthcare providers
What We Offer
โข Competitive salary commensurate with experience
โข Health, dental, and vision insurance
โข Paid time off and holidays
โข Professional development opportunities
โข Collaborative and supportive team environment
โข Remote/Hybrid working opportunities
Founded in 1964 by William Lipton, Lipton Law was founded on the principle that each and every individual in Michigan โ regardless of his or her situation or circumstance โ deserves to be represented by skilled, impassioned counsel when unfortunate circumstances arise. Over the years, our law firm has grown but it is still a family-run practice. We are a united team and have a great reputation in the legal community.