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15 results for Legal Assistant in Sterling Heights Mi

Legal Assistant Our client is a growing law firm seeking experienced Legal Assistants to support either the firm's robust family law or corporate law practice. These positions offer an excellent opportunity to develop your career in a highly respected organization offering a collegial work environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br><br>Provide administrative support to attorneys, including calendar management, document preparation, and file organization.<br>Prepare and file legal documents, such as pleadings, motions, and discovery requests.<br>Assist with case management, including scheduling appointments, preparing for depositions, and organizing exhibits.<br>Maintain client files, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.<br>Communicate effectively with clients and court personnel.<br><br>Qualifications:<br><br>High school diploma or equivalent.<br>At least two years of legal assistant experience preferred.<br>Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).<br>Strong organizational and time management skills.<br>Excellent written and verbal communication skills.<br>Attention to detail and accuracy. Legal Assistant <p>We are offering an exciting opportunity for a Legal Assistant to join a client in the Novi area. This role is primarily focused on Immigration and Corporate Law, providing comprehensive legal support to our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for a range of tasks, ensuring the smooth running of our legal operations.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Provide comprehensive support to our legal team, including document preparation and management.</p><p>• Assist with the processing and management of immigration and corporate legal matters.</p><p>• Maintain accurate and up-to-date client records, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with legal regulations.</p><p>• Respond to client inquiries in a timely and professional manner.</p><p>• Monitor client cases and take necessary actions when required.</p><p>• Collaborate with team members to ensure efficient and effective legal service delivery.</p><p>• Support the legal team in preparing for court proceedings as needed.</p><p>• Conduct legal research to support ongoing cases and legal projects.</p><p>• Support the continuous improvement of our legal procedures and processes.</p> Legal Assistant <p>We are offering an exciting opportunity for a Legal Assistant in Metro Detroit area. The role primarily involves handling a high volume of cases in the field of no-fault insurance defense. Our workspace is a supportive and engaging environment where you will interact with a team of dedicated attorneys.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Responsible for efficient e-filing of legal documents.</p><p>• Handle litigation-related tasks in a high-volume caseload setting.</p><p>• Offer comprehensive support to attorneys in managing various cases.</p><p>• Maintain an up-to-date and accurate calendar, ensuring no important dates or events are missed.</p><p>• Apply your knowledge of Personal Injury Law and Insurance Defense in handling cases.</p><p>• Ensure all client information is accurately recorded and updated regularly.</p><p>• Resolve any inquiries or issues that clients may have in a timely manner.</p> Legal Assistant Our client is a growing law firm with a collaborative culture and a primary focus on litigation, including intellectual property (IP) litigation. The firm is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Legal Assistant to join its team. This position is part-time and fully remote.<br><br>Position Summary:<br>The Part-Time Legal Assistant will play a critical role in supporting the firm's litigation efforts with tasks ranging from preparing and organizing case files to assisting with trial preparations. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills, a commitment to accuracy, and a proactive attitude. Prior experience in IP litigation is a bonus but not required.<br><br>Key Responsibilities:<br><br>Assist in filing court documents (both electronic and traditional filings) while ensuring compliance with court rules and deadlines.<br>Prepare and organize filings and case documents within Clio<br>Collect and prepare documents for depositions, including assembling key evidence and preparing exhibits.<br>Support trial preparation efforts, including compiling trial exhibits and maintaining meticulous organization of case materials.<br>Maintain proactive communication, ensuring all assigned projects are completed and responded to on the same day when possible.<br>Identify and raise potential mistakes, inconsistencies, or omissions proactively to ensure accuracy and efficiency.<br>Assist attorneys with administrative and task-based litigation support, including docket management, calendaring, and task prioritization.<br><br>Preferred Qualifications:<br><br>Prior experience in litigation.<br>Strong familiarity with Clio or similar legal case management software.<br>Detail-oriented with the ability to spot errors and suggest corrections proactively.<br>Strong organizational and multitasking skills with the ability to prioritize competing deadlines.<br>A proactive approach to problem-solving and a high degree of responsibility.<br>Excellent verbal and written communication skills.<br><br>What the Firm Offers:<br><br>Flexible part-time schedule with approximately 25 hours per week.<br>Fully remote work environment.<br>A chance to gain experience in IP litigation and trial preparation. Legal Assistant We are in the process of hiring a Legal Assistant for our team, located in FARMINGTON HILLS, Michigan. This role is a part of the insurance defense industry and offers a long-term contract employment opportunity. The Legal Assistant will be primarily responsible for managing client communication, processing legal documentation, and maintaining an efficient electronic filing system. <br><br>Responsibilities: <br><br>• Efficiently handling client communication including phone calls and follow-ups<br>• Accurate processing of customer credit applications<br>• Responsible for e-filing and e-serving of legal documents<br>• Opening claims and ensuring complaints have been served with vendors<br>• Operating dictation and Olympus machines as required<br>• Managing calendars and scheduling depositions<br>• Answering discovery by typing information into interrogatories<br>• Comparing case evaluation briefs and ensuring they are e-filed<br>• Maintaining a paperless work environment and managing electronic documents using WorldDocs<br>• Balancing work between plaintiff (75%) and defense (25%) cases. Legal Assistant <p>We are offering an exciting opportunity for a Legal Assistant in the Metro Detroit are. Working within the legal industry, the role will entail various responsibilities focused on family law litigation. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Assisting in family law litigation processes</p><p>• Managing the e-filing of legal documents</p><p>• Scheduling appointments and managing legal calendars</p><p>• Maintaining an organized system for legal records and documents</p><p>• Utilizing 'Electronic File' and 'Litigation' skills to enhance job performance</p><p>• Providing support in the preparation and execution of litigation tactics</p><p>• Ensuring understanding and adherence to family law principles and procedures</p><p>• Collaborating with the team to ensure smooth operation of legal processes.</p> Paralegal We are offering a long term contract employment opportunity for a Paralegal in the Criminal Law industry, based in Detroit, Michigan. As a Paralegal, your role will be centered on managing and coordinating legal cases, maintaining accurate records, and interacting with court clerks. <br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Coordinating and managing legal schedules and dockets<br>• Preparing jury instructions and organizing jury binders<br>• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date case records<br>• Liaising with court clerks for case management<br>• Processing and handling grant programs<br>• Utilizing Microsoft Office for managing and documenting case-related information<br>• Working collaboratively as part of a legal team. Legal Secretary We are seeking a Legal Secretary to join our team based in Livonia, Michigan, 48152, United States. This role provides a contract to permanent employment opportunity within the legal industry, offering the chance to provide support for an in-house legal department. As a Legal Secretary, you will be assisting two associate general counsels, handling a range of tasks that require proficiency in Microsoft programs. <br><br>Responsibilities: <br>• Manage and support two associate general counsels <br>• Handle various tasks across the legal department <br>• Utilize Microsoft programs to execute tasks efficiently <br>• Support the in-house legal department in a variety of ways <br>• Showcase your skills in the legal field <br>• Assist with legal documentation and correspondence <br>• Maintain and organize legal files <br>• Manage scheduling and communication for the legal team <br>• Facilitate the smooth operation of the legal department. Legal Secretary We are offering a short term contract employment opportunity for a Legal Secretary in the family law field. The position is based in Clinton Township, Michigan, United States. As a Legal Secretary, you will be integral to the smooth operation of the firm, with responsibilities encompassing the processing and e-filing of legal documents, editing and formatting legal correspondence, and liaising with courts.<br><br>Responsibilities<br>• Handle the efficient and precise processing of legal documents<br>• Ensure legal correspondence is edited and formatted to a high standard<br>• Manage and carry out e-filing duties with accuracy and timeliness<br>• Maintain open communication with courts as necessary<br>• Utilize your Family Law knowledge in the execution of your duties. Legal Secretary <p>Our client is a prominent law firm in search of a Legal Secretary with a specialization in banking or estate planning. This role requires a minimum of 3 years of experience in a similar capacity. </p><p><br></p><p>Your responsibilities would include:</p><p><br></p><p>Preparing and transcribing legal documents, drafting correspondence and memoranda, and handling complex tasks related to banking and estate planning.</p><p><br></p><p>Implementing and managing efficient work processes and systems for documentation and record keeping.</p><p><br></p><p>Coordinating communication with clients, maintaining excellent relationships, and ensuring the confidentiality of all legal proceedings.</p><p><br></p><p>Assisting with time management for attorneys by maintaining calendars, scheduling appointments, and establishing reminders for deadlines.</p><p><br></p><p>Handling the processing and reviewing of bills, as well as proofreading legal documents and transactional agreements for accuracy.</p><p><br></p><p>Collaborating with both attorneys, paralegals, and other stakeholders within the firm.</p><p><br></p><p>The ideal candidate possesses the ability to organize and prioritize multiple tasks, has strong proofreading abilities, and excellent interpersonal skills.</p> Paralegal <p><strong>Are you passionate about intellectual property and eager to support a fast-paced legal environment? Do you have a keen eye for detail and a strong work ethic? If so, then an IP Paralegal role at our client might be the perfect opportunity for you!</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>About the Role:</strong></p><p>We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented paralegal to join our intellectual property (IP) practice. In this role, you will work closely with attorneys to manage all aspects of the IP lifecycle, including:</p><ul><li><strong>Patents:</strong> Assisting with patent applications, renewals, and maintenance procedures. Conducting patent searches and preparing prior art analyses.</li><li><strong>Trademarks:</strong> Aiding with trademark clearance searches, preparing and filing trademark applications, and responding to trademark office actions.</li><li><strong>Copyrights:</strong> Assisting with copyright registration, renewals, and infringement matters.</li><li><strong>Trade Secrets:</strong> Drafting and maintaining trade secret protection measures.</li><li><strong>Licensing Agreements:</strong> Helping draft, review, and negotiate licensing agreements for intellectual property.</li></ul><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Conduct legal research related to intellectual property law.</li><li>Draft and prepare legal documents, including applications, responses, and agreements.</li><li>Manage electronic docketing and case management systems.</li><li>Organize and maintain client files electronically and physically.</li><li>Assist attorneys with client communication and correspondence.</li><li>Monitor deadlines and ensure timely completion of all assigned tasks.</li><li>May attend client meetings and take detailed notes.</li></ul><p><br></p> Human Resources (HR) Assistant <p>We are offering a contract to permanent employment opportunity for a Human Resources (HR) Assistant in Detroit, Michigan. This role is located within the education industry and will require the selected candidate to handle administrative HR tasks, ensuring smooth and efficient operations within the HR department. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities</p><p><br></p><p>• Establish and maintain a system for personnel files for all employees, ensuring they are up to date and comprehensive.</p><p>• Assist with the coordination and preparation of interviews, scheduling appointments for job applicants, and preparing interview materials.</p><p>• Manage new hire paperwork and coordinate orientation for new employees.</p><p>• File and organize job jackets with posting/advertisement, applications, and screening materials for all newly filled positions.</p><p>• Keep track of health examinations and tuberculosis tests for all staff, ensuring all are current.</p><p>• Maintain health-related personnel information for each employee in a separate personnel file folder.</p><p>• Provide training, assistance, and information to employees regarding interpretation of the Employee Handbook.</p><p>• Assist the staff member responsible for Education Services in tracking waivers, letters of acknowledgement, and CDAs.</p><p>• Solicit parents and guardians of enrolled and past enrollees of Head Start/Early Head Start for employment.</p><p>• Develop, provide and/or coordinate regular orientation training to all new staff.</p><p>• Review and know the agency employee recruitment and selection procedures to ensure consistency and compliance with EEO, legal hiring, and internal policies and procedures.</p><p>• Track individual professional development plans and performance evaluations for each employee.</p><p>• Maintain up-to-date staff spreadsheet on all employees including name, job title, status, date of hire, date of termination, required trainings, certifications, and credentials.</p><p>• Responsible for timely completion of any Payroll Change Notification, ensuring appropriate signatures.</p> Paralegal <p>Our client, a prominent Michigan law firm, is hiring a Paralegal. The ideal candidate for this position will have at least 5 years of litigation experience with a focus on real estate. A degree from an ABA-accredited paralegal program is preferred.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities:</p><p><br></p><p>Review and analyze titles and surveys of complex commercial projects. </p><p>Support attorneys by organizing and drafting pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and responses for large condemnation projects.</p><p>Manage substantive reviews, production tracking, and organization for developmental, rezoning, land division, and environmental litigation projects.</p><p>Assist attorneys in drafting real estate, financing, and transactional documents.</p><p>Demonstrate the ability to work accurately while managing tight deadlines, due diligence, and critical dates. </p><p>Collaborate effectively within a team-driven environment while also displaying capabilities to work independently and prioritize tasks.</p><p>Assist with state court, real estate, UCC and corporate filings.</p><p>Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards in real estate-related projects.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p> Paralegal <p>Paralegal with a minimum of 6 years of experience in estates and trusts practice, including post-death administration. The ideal candidate will also possess experience in real estate transactions and corporate practice.</p><p>Key Responsibilities:</p><p>• Assist attorneys with the administration of estates and trusts, including drafting documents and managing timelines.</p><p>• Coordinate the post-death administration process, ensuring compliance with legal requirements.</p><p>• Support real estate transactions, including due diligence, document preparation, and closing processes.</p><p>• Provide assistance with corporate matters, including entity formation, governance, and compliance.</p><p><br></p> Paralegal Our client is a growing law firm seeking an experienced Paralegal to join its team. The successful candidate will be skilled in reviewing, analyzing, drafting, and summarizing legal documentation and assisting attorneys in various stages of litigation.<br><br>Key Responsibilities:<br><br>Review and analyze documentation provided by client: This includes correspondence, notices, applications, notes, guaranties, etc.<br><br>Draft Legal Documents: Prepare and draft complaints, answers, routine notices, affidavits, motions, trial, appellate, and other necessary documents.<br><br>Assist Attorneys: Contribute towards recovery in prejudgment and post-judgment by tracking damages (i.e., interest calculations, costs, and payments).<br><br>Perform Legal Research: Conduct legal research to support case preparation and to stay updated on the current laws and regulations.<br><br>Case Preparation: Assist attorneys in preparing for motions, hearings, and conferences in anticipation of trial.<br><br>Handle Depositions and Document Summaries: Review and outline depositions, index, and make sure all necessary documents are effectively summarized.<br><br>Experience:<br><br>Must have previous experience working as a paralegal<br>Proficiency in using legal case management software is a plus<br>Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively and to meet deadlines<br>Excellent project management skills are required to handle multiple cases simultaneously<br>Must be familiar with document review processes and procedures<br>Knowledge of legal drafting techniques and formatting requirements