Legal Secretary

Job Description

Job Description

Wilson Elser is a leading defense litigation law firm with more than 1300 attorneys in 43 offices throughout the United States. Founded in 1978, we rank among the top 100 law firms identified by The American Lawyer and 36 in the National Law Journal's survey of the nation's largest law firms. We're also Mansfield Certified Plus.

Our firm is committed to attracting and retaining professionals who value each other and the service we provide by embracing Teamwork, Collaboration, Client Service, and Innovation. If you are a motivated professional looking for a long-term fit where you can grow in a role, and will be valued and empowered, then we invite you to apply to our Legal Secretary position in our Livonia Office.

Following 30 days of employment, this role offers a flexible hybrid schedule with three in-office days and two remote workdays per week. Please note that this arrangement is subject to change based on business needs.

The Position

This is an excellent opportunity for legal professionals seeking to expand their careers who are interested in gaining fast-paced professional experience with a national law firm.

Key Responsibilities:

• Draft and prepare professional correspondence with attention to detail and tone.
• Manage court filings, including both e-filing and traditional methods, ensuring deadlines are met and procedures followed.
• Coordinate and scheduling depositions, motion hearings client meetings, and other key events; proactively maintain and update attorney calendars.
• Organize, maintain, and retrieve documents within our document management system to support case teams and ensure smooth workflow.
• Initiate the file-opening process for new matters, ensuring accuracy and adherence to firm protocols.
• Process vendor invoices and check requests efficiently, while liaising with accounting to ensure timely payments and issue resolution.
• Take on a variety of administrative and case support tasks as needed.
• Demonstrate a proactive mindset and willingness to grow by embracing new responsibilities and taking on challenging assignments.

Qualifications

• At least 2+ years of hands-on experience in insurance defense litigation, with a solid understanding of case lifecycle and client service. expectations.
• Proven experience navigating both state and federal court systems, including familiarity with court rules, procedures, and filing requirements.
• Ability to thrive in a collaborative team-based environment, providing seamless support to multiple attorneys.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to prioritize effectively in a high-volume, fast-paced setting.
• Excellent typing skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel).
• Clear, concise written and verbal communication paired with sharp attention to detail.
• Experience with iManage or similar document management systems is a plus.

Why Should You Apply?

• Benefits: Outstanding benefits package, including 401k match and generous PTO plan
• Career Growth: Ample opportunities for professional development and advancement
• Employee Perks: Access to corporate discount plans and other benefits