Legal Secretary (part-time)

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Legal Secretary to join our team in Milford, Michigan. This is a part-time Contract-to-permanent position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to a dynamic legal environment by providing administrative support and ensuring smooth operations. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills and a thorough understanding of legal processes.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare, organize, and file legal documents, including e-filing and court submissions, ensuring accuracy and deadlines are met.

• Manage calendars and schedules for attorneys, coordinating appointments and court dates effectively.

• Handle dictation tasks, transcribing legal correspondence and documents with precision.

• Maintain communication with clients and court personnel, ensuring all necessary information is relayed.

• Assist with administrative tasks such as drafting correspondence, maintaining records, and organizing files.

• Monitor and update case information in the relevant systems, ensuring all data is current.

• Ensure compliance with legal procedures and filing requirements.

• Support attorneys with research and preparation for cases.

• Coordinate and manage deadlines for various legal matters.

• Provide general office support, including answering phones and responding to inquiries.

• Proven experience as a Legal Secretary or similar role.

• Proficiency in e-filing and court filing processes.

• Strong skills in calendar management and scheduling.

• Ability to transcribe dictation accurately and efficiently.

• Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail.

• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.

• Familiarity with legal terminology and procedures.

• Proficiency in office software and tools relevant to legal work.

After initial training period this opportunity can move to a hybrid role