Labor & Employment Practice Group Coordinator

Miller Johnson; Michigan; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Miller Johnson, a rapidly growing Midwest law firm, seeks a Practice Coordinator to support the Labor and Employment Practice Group in Grand Rapids and Kalamazoo. You will provide essential administrative support to practice group leadership, ensuring efficient operations and timely execution of initiatives.

Responsibilities include coordinating meetings, preparing materials, monitoring metrics and deadlines, assisting with onboarding and recruiting, and supporting marketing and communications

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in legal administration or a similar role.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Strong communication and client-service orientation.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-growing firm.

Responsibilities

• Support practice group leaders in managing daily operations and strategic initiatives.
• Coordinate meetings, agendas, materials, and follow-up items for the Labor and Employment Practice Group.
• Assist with firm-wide policies and initiatives communication.
• Monitor metrics, deadlines, and monthly reports including billable hours and AR.
• Handle conflict checks, engagement letters, and opening/closing matters with assistances.
• Support budget planning and reimbursement approvals for the practice group.
• Prepare monthly newsletters and coordinate marketing materials and attorney bios.
• Coordinate associate training and onboarding for lateral hires.
• Assist with associate performance reviews and recruiting processes.
• Coordinate departures and transitions to ensure client/workflow continuity.

Skills

Communication skills

Client service

Time management

Team collaboration

Education

5+ years in legal administration or similar role

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Miller Johnson, a rapidly growing Midwest law firm, seeks a Practice Coordinator to support the Labor and Employment Practice Group in Grand Rapids and Kalamazoo. You will provide essential administrative support to practice group leadership, ensuring efficient operations and timely execution of initiatives.

Responsibilities include coordinating meetings, preparing materials, monitoring metrics and deadlines, assisting with onboarding and recruiting, and supporting marketing and communications