<p>We are looking for a skilled Paralegal to join a litigation team and provide day-to-day support throughout the life of each case. This position offers the opportunity to work closely with attorneys on filings, discovery, case organization, and trial readiness while helping keep matters on track. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced legal environment. This position is <strong>hybrid, but will be out of Grand Rapids, Michigan.</strong></p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare a range of litigation documents, including court filings, legal correspondence, and case-related materials, under attorney direction.</p><p>• Submit pleadings and other documents to state and federal courts using appropriate electronic filing procedures and ensure filing deadlines are met.</p><p>• Support the discovery process by organizing requests and responses, reviewing records, and coordinating the collection and production of documents.</p><p>• Gather, maintain, and summarize medical, financial, and other case records to assist attorneys with matter development.</p><p>• Maintain orderly case files, track key dates, and help manage calendars to keep litigation matters progressing according to schedule.</p><p>• Arrange depositions, hearings, client meetings, and other case events while confirming logistics with all involved parties.</p><p>• Assemble exhibits, witness materials, and trial notebooks to support attorneys during hearings and trial preparation.</p><p>• Serve as a reliable point of contact for clients, opposing counsel, court staff, and third-party participants regarding case-related coordination.</p>
<p>We are seeking a Corporate Legal Assistant in Grand Rapids, Michigan. This role involves participating in a client-focused team, preparing legal documents, and maintaining client records. The Legal Assistant will also handle customer inquiries and manage calendars and deadline reminders for legal cases.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p><br></p><p>• Participate in a client-focused team, demonstrating professionalism and excellent communication skills.</p><p>• Prepare and file legal documents, including correspondence, memos, pleadings, briefs, and forms.</p><p>• Maintain accurate and organized client and general files, both electronically and physically.</p><p>• Answer telephone calls professionally, forward messages to the appropriate parties, and place phone calls as needed.</p><p>• Arrange for the delivery of documents/projects via various methods such as courier runs, hand-deliveries, Federal Express, UPS, and Express Mail.</p><p>• Manage calendars and deadline reminder systems for all case-related dates, including appointments, deadlines, and follow-up dates.</p><p>• Assist with overflow legal assistant work or absence coverage as needed.</p><p>• Attend staff meetings, training sessions, and other required employee meetings.</p><p>• Handle general office duties such as copying, typing, scanning, and faxing.</p><p>• Maintain confidentiality in all firm and client matters.</p>
We are looking for a Legal Assistant to support a busy legal team in Grand Rapids, Michigan. This role focuses on litigation-related administrative and case support, helping attorneys stay organized and prepared for court deadlines and client matters. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, dependable, and comfortable managing filings, schedules, and documentation in a fast-paced legal environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare, review, and submit court documents through electronic filing systems while ensuring accuracy and compliance with procedural requirements.<br>• Coordinate attorney calendars by tracking hearings, filing deadlines, meetings, and other case-related commitments.<br>• Arrange meetings, court dates, and other legal appointments, confirming all scheduling details with internal and external parties.<br>• Provide day-to-day support to attorneys handling commercial litigation matters, including document organization and matter coordination.<br>• Maintain case files and litigation records so materials are current, accessible, and properly documented.<br>• Assist with court filings and related legal paperwork by following deadlines, formatting standards, and jurisdictional rules.