Legal Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for a legal assistant who can help the busy attorneys and paralegals at our law office assist clients. You’ll be responsible for managing office correspondence, including answering phone calls and emails, arranging meetings and travel, and ensuring our legal team is aware of upcoming deadlines.

You’ll also assist with preparing legal documents and contracts, and perform any other tasks as needed to ensure our firm is operating efficiently. If you work well in a fast-paced environment and consistently deliver high-quality work product, reach out to us today!

$18 - $22 hourly

• Handle office correspondence and administrative tasks such as responding to emails and phone calls, communicating with opposing attorney offices, and letting the team know about upcoming deadlines
• Use daily time records to properly process client billing with support from the accounting department
• Undertake other duties as needed to ensure the firm operates efficiently
• Complete legal research as needed under the supervision of attorneys
• Assist with the creation of various litigation documents, including pleadings, motions, subpoenas, and affidavits
• Be willing to take on any other necessary administrative tasks to help the firm run smoothly

• Proficient with MS Office products
• Able to meet demanding deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• An associate’s degree or some college is preferred; a high school diploma or equivalent is necessary
• Candidates should have strong organizational and communication skills

We are a rapidly growing boutique law firm located in downtown South Lyon, known for our strong team culture! We take pride in serving clients by addressing their estate planning and probate needs with care and compassion.

Our Core Values Are:

• Honesty
• Good Vibes
• Collaboration
• Trust
• Communication
• Respect
• Passion

Benefits Offered:

• Quarterly performance-based bonuses
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• 9 paid holidays
• 2 weeks of paid vacation time in the first year
• 5 paid sick days
• Occasional work-from-home opportunities for high performers
• Supportive leadership and training

Schedule:

• Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. in our downtown South Lyon office

Ready for a chance to join a close-knit, compassionate team of dedicated legal professionals? You’ll have an opportunity to help a thriving law firm succeed and make a tangible difference in clients' lives every day. If this sounds like a job you’d love, apply now!