About this role
Legal Assistant
We are looking for an organized and detail-oriented Legal Assistant to join our team in Farmington Hills, Michigan. This role involves providing comprehensive support to attorneys, managing legal documentation, and ensuring smooth scheduling and e-filing processes. If you have experience in civil litigation, a strong understanding of legal procedures, and a proactive approach to problem-solving, we encourage you to apply.
Responsibilities
- Prepare, file, and manage legal documents, including e-filing and court submissions.
- Coordinate and maintain attorneys’ schedules, ensuring all deadlines and appointments are met.
- Assist with civil litigation tasks, including drafting correspondence and legal documentation.
- Act as a liaison between attorneys, clients, and court personnel to facilitate communication.
- Ensure all court filings are accurate and submitted in a timely manner.
- Support attorneys with administrative tasks, such as organizing case files and maintaining records.
- Monitor and update calendars with key dates, hearings, and deadlines.
- Handle scheduling of meetings, hearings, and depositions.
- Conduct research to support case preparation and legal proceedings.
- Provide general office support to ensure smooth daily operations.
- Proven experience as a Legal Assistant or Legal Secretary, preferably in civil litigation.
- Familiarity with e-filing procedures and court systems.
- Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple schedules and deadlines.
- Knowledge of insurance law, particularly no-fault and plaintiff-side cases, is a plus.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Proficiency in calendar management and scheduling tools.
- Attention to detail and accuracy in handling legal documentation.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.