Commercial Litigation Legal Assistant

Personnel Management Solutions, Inc.; Troy (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

401(k) Plan

Growth Opportunities

Job summary

Personnel Management Solutions, Inc. seeks an experienced Commercial Litigation Legal Assistant in Troy, MI (On-Site) for full-time, direct-hire.

The firm handles complex business disputes for corporate and individual clients across Michigan and nationwide, supporting busy litigation attorneys with high-level administration and case management. Ideal candidate has 3+ years in litigation support, strong Michigan e-filing familiarity, excellent communication, and proficiency in MS Office, Acrobat,

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of litigation legal assistant experience, preferably in commercial or complex civil litigation.
• Strong familiarity with Michigan e-filing systems and court procedures.
• Excellent written, verbal, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat, and document management platforms.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and work efficiently under tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, proofread, and file pleadings, motions, and discovery documents in both state and federal courts.
• Manage case files, deadlines, and calendars for multiple attorneys with precision and attention to detail.
• Draft correspondence and maintain regular communication with clients, courts, and opposing counsel.
• Coordinate depositions, hearings, mediations, and trial preparation—including exhibits, witness lists, and logistics.
• Assist with document review, e-filing, and organization of case materials using advanced document management tools.
• Uphold strict confidentiality and ensure compliance with firm and court procedures at all times.

Skills

Litigation experience

Strong organizational skills

Excellent written/verbal communication

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Adobe Acrobat

Document management systems

Michigan e-filing systems

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

** Commercial Litigation Legal Assistant**

** Location:** Troy, MI (On-Site)
** Type:** Full-Time | Direct Hire

** About the Firm:**
My client is a well-established, Troy-based commercial litigation firm representing both corporate and individual clients throughout Michigan and across the country. The firm’s attorneys handle a wide range of complex business disputes and financial matters, offering strategic and results-driven representation.

We are seeking an experienced Commercial Litigation Legal Assistant to join this growing team and provide high-level administrative and case management support to a busy group of litigation attorneys. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated legal professional who enjoys working on challenging, sophisticated matters in a fast-paced environment.

** Key Responsibilities:**

• Prepare, proofread, and file pleadings, motions, and discovery documents in both state and federal courts.
• Manage case files, deadlines, and calendars for multiple attorneys with precision and attention to detail.
• Draft correspondence and maintain regular communication with clients, courts, and opposing counsel.
• Coordinate depositions, hearings, mediations, and trial preparation—including exhibits, witness lists, and logistics.
• Assist with document review, e-filing, and organization of case materials using advanced document management tools.
• Uphold strict confidentiality and ensure compliance with firm and court procedures at all times.

** Preferred Experience:**
The ideal candidate will have prior exposure to commercial litigation , particularly in areas such as:

• Breach of Contract Disputes
• Partnership and Joint Venture Litigation
• Class Actions
• Business Torts
• Breach of Fiduciary Duty Allegations
• Antitrust Litigation
• Intellectual Property (IP) Disputes

** Qualifications:**

• Minimum of 3 years of litigation legal assistant experience , preferably in commercial or complex civil litigation.
• Strong familiarity with Michigan e-filing systems and court procedures.
• Excellent written, verbal, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat, and document management platforms.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and work efficiently under tight deadlines.

** Compensation & Benefits:**

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience ( ** typically $60,000–$80,000+ range** ).
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off, 401(k) plan, and opportunities for professional growth.

** About Personnel Management Solutions, Inc.:**
This position is being handled exclusively by Personnel Management Solutions, Inc. , Michigan’s leader in legal talent for over 30 years. We specialize in connecting top-tier legal professionals with many of the most respected law firms in the state.

Company Description

Since the early 1990s, Personnel Management Solutions, Inc.'s recruiting specialists have been a valuable resource to many different companies in various industries throughout the Midwest and Florida. Although much of our expertise is within law firms and the law departments of major corporations, as well as having a strong presence within the medical field, we have also served accounting and architectural firms, automotive and manufacturing companies, non-profit organizations, property management, and many other industries.

Company Description

Since the early 1990s, Personnel Management Solutions, Inc.'s recruiting specialists have been a valuable resource to many different companies in various industries throughout the Midwest and Florida. Although much of our expertise is within law firms and the law departments of major corporations, as well as having a strong presence within the medical field, we have also served accounting and architectural firms, automotive and manufacturing companies, non-profit organizations, property management, and many other industries.