Lead Litigation Paralegal

Jimmy Jazz; Southfield (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career advancement

Supportive team culture

Job summary

Mike Morse Law Firm in Michigan is seeking a skilled Legal Secretary to join our litigation team. You’ll draft, format, and file pleadings, manage attorney calendars, and maintain client files with meticulous attention to detail.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years in litigation support or legal secretary roles, familiarity with Michigan No-Fault law or personal injury, and strong MS Office and M-Filing skills. We value confidentiality, client focus, and teamwork.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in litigation support or legal secretary roles.
• Knowledge of Michigan No-Fault law and/or Personal Injury Experience preferred.
• Familiarity with legal terminology and civil litigation procedures.
• Excellent organization, time management, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Ability to juggle deadlines without dropping the ball.
• Professionalism, confidentiality, and a client-first mindset.

Responsibilities

• Draft, format, and file pleadings, motions, subpoenas, and other legal documents
• Manage complex attorney calendars and coordinate court dates, meetings, and deadlines
• Organize and maintain client files—physical and digital—with obsessive attention to detail
• Conduct legal research and assist with case prep, discovery, and trial support
• Serve as the point of contact for clients, courts, and opposing counsel
• Handle correspondence, schedule management, and administrative tasks
• Assist with exhibit prep and trial notebooks for court appearances
• E-file with precision—you’re proficient in M-filing
• Type quickly and accurately (65+ wpm preferred)
• Work as part of a high-performing team dedicated to delivering results

Skills

Litigation experience

Organizational skills

Communication skills

MS Office

Detail oriented

Calm under pressure

Tools

M-Filing

Job description

At Mike Morse Law Firm, we don’t just handle cases—we change lives. Since 1995, we’ve grown into Michigan’s largest personal injury firm, winning over $2 billion for our clients. Behind every successful attorney is a powerhouse Legal Secretary, and we’re looking for one to join our litigation team.

If you’re sharp, organized, and passionate about helping people, you might be the legal MVP we’re looking for.

What You’ll Do:

• Draft, format, and file pleadings, motions, subpoenas, and other legal documents
• Manage complex attorney calendars and coordinate court dates, meetings, and deadlines
• Organize and maintain client files—physical and digital—with obsessive attention to detail
• Conduct legal research and assist with case prep, discovery, and trial support
• Serve as the point of contact for clients, courts, and opposing counsel
• Handle correspondence, schedule management, and administrative tasks
• Assist with exhibit prep and trial notebooks for court appearances
• E-file with precision—you’re proficient in M-filing
• Type quickly and accurately (65+ wpm preferred)
• Work as part of a high-performing team dedicated to delivering results

What You Bring:

• 3+ years of experience in litigation support or legal secretary roles
• Knowledge of Michigan No-Fault law and/or Personal Injury Experience preferred
• Familiarity with legal terminology and civil litigation procedures
• Excellent organization, time management, and communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Ability to juggle deadlines without dropping the ball
• Professionalism, confidentiality, and a client-first mindset

Why Join Mike Morse Law Firm?

Because you’ll be working at the center of the action. We don’t settle for average—we fight for the best outcomes for our clients and each other. When you step into our office, you join a team that values hustle, heart, and legal excellence.

Here’s what you’ll love:

• Competitive salary and benefits
• Career advancement and continued learning
• Supportive team culture