Civil Litigation Legal Secretary — Detail‑Oriented Case Support

EverStaff, LLC; Grosse Pointe (MI); Presencial; USD 28.000 - 40.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

EverStaff, LLC is assisting in finding an experienced Legal Secretary in Grosse Point, MI to support attorneys across civil litigation matters. The ideal candidate will be organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple cases and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

The position offers $25/hour based on experience with direct hire and a collaborative team setting. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with legal software are preferred, with opportunities to assist

Formación

• Previous experience as a Legal Secretary, Litigation Secretary, or in a similar legal support role.
• Experience supporting civil litigation matters; insurance defense experience is a plus.
• Familiarity with state and federal court filing procedures and electronic filing systems.
• Strong document preparation, proofreading, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with legal practice-management software.
• Ability to manage multiple cases, competing priorities, and strict deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, professionalism, and sound judgment.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

Responsabilidades

• Prepare, format, proofread, and revise legal documents, including pleadings, motions, discovery materials, subpoenas, and correspondence.
• Prepare and submit court filings in accordance with applicable state and federal court procedures.
• Maintain attorney calendars and track important case deadlines, including hearings, depositions, mediations, and trials.
• Monitor court activity, filing confirmations, and case updates to ensure deadlines are met.
• Communicate professionally with clients, opposing counsel, court personnel, insurance representatives, expert witnesses, and other relevant parties.
• Coordinate and schedule depositions, hearings, meetings, examinations, and other case-related appointments.
• Organize and maintain case documents, exhibits, discovery materials, and electronic files.
• Assist with timekeeping, billing coordination, expense reports, travel arrangements, and general administrative support.
• Maintain accurate and organized physical and electronic case files.
• Provide attorneys with timely reminders, documents, and updates to support case preparation and daily workflow.

Conocimientos

Civil litigation

Microsoft Office

Herramientas

Case management software

Descripción del empleo

EverStaff, LLC is assisting in finding an experienced Legal Secretary in Grosse Point, MI to support attorneys across civil litigation matters. The ideal candidate will be organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple cases and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

The position offers $25/hour based on experience with direct hire and a collaborative team setting. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with legal software are preferred, with opportunities to assist