Legal Assistant

One of Michigan’s fastest growing and most respected law firms has an immediate opening for an experienced Legal Assistant with at least 5+ years of relevant experience.

Responsibilities: Assist two partners with all facets of civil litigation, including:

• Preparing legal pleadings and correspondence.
• Maintaining files.
• Managing attorney calendars.
• Ensuring deadlines are met.
• Drafting and filing legal documents.
• Scheduling and coordinating depositions.
• Reviewing and assembling documents for production.
• E-filing in state and federal courts.
• Transcribing Dictation.
• Scheduling and coordinating meetings and travel arrangements for attorneys.
• Provide concierge-level service for clients.

Qualifications:

• At least 5 years of experience as a legal assistant supporting civil litigation attorneys. Prior experience with insurance defense is a plus!
• Bachelor’s degree in legal studies or related field preferred.
• Familiarity with legal terminology, state and federal court filing rules, and law office protocol.
• Must respect and maintain confidentiality at all times!
• Ability to review claim files and pull relevant documents for discovery.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications is required.
• Working knowledge of Worldox and/or iManage legal practice management software.
• Ability to adapt to and learn new technology, software programs and upgrades.
• Excellent grammar, proofreading, transcription, and organizational skills.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with attorneys and staff members.
• Must be a self-starter with the ability to handle deadlines and stressful situations in a calm and professional manner.
• Willingness to work in a team-oriented service environment and provide excellent service.
• Ability to problem-solve and arrange workload in order of importance to meet deadlines.

Very competitive compensation and bonus with excellent benefits, including:

• Firm paid medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays.
• 401(k) with firm match.
• Option to WFH one day per week

Apply today! All submissions are confidential!