Junior Litigation Assistant

CGS Federal (Contact Government Services); Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision

Life Insurance

401k

Flexible Spending Account

Paid Time Off

Job summary

A government service provider seeks a Legal Assistant in Detroit, Michigan to provide litigation and administrative support. The ideal candidate will possess experience in reviewing legal documents and exhibit excellent communication skills. Responsibilities include preparing legal documents, filing them with courts, and assisting attorneys in trial preparations. This role offers competitive benefits and a supportive working environment focused on professional growth.

Qualifications

• At least one year of specialized litigation experience required, over three years preferred.
• Experience reviewing legal documents for completeness and correctness.
• Ability to obtain a Public Trust Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Provide litigation and administrative support for United States Attorneys.
• Proofread and edit drafts of legal documents.
• Electronically file documents with the appropriate court.
• Maintain calendars and track appointments for attorneys.

Skills

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Familiarity with MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook, Adobe Acrobat

Ability to deliver high-quality work under pressure

Job description

A government service provider seeks a Legal Assistant in Detroit, Michigan to provide litigation and administrative support. The ideal candidate will possess experience in reviewing legal documents and exhibit excellent communication skills. Responsibilities include preparing legal documents, filing them with courts, and assisting attorneys in trial preparations. This role offers competitive benefits and a supportive working environment focused on professional growth.