Legal Administrative Assistant

Miller Johnson; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental and vision insurance

Flexible scheduling

Paid parental leave

401(k)-retirement plan

Job summary

A prominent law firm in Michigan is looking for an experienced Legal Administrative Assistant to support its practice. You will manage calendars, help with client intake, and coordinate administrative tasks ensuring the smooth operation of legal services. Ideal candidates will possess a high school diploma, at least two years of administrative experience in a legal environment, and proficiency in Microsoft Office and document management systems. The firm values integrity, collaboration, and a healthy work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years administrative experience supporting multiple timekeepers or firm operations required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suites including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Experience with court filing systems such as MiFile and PACER.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate calendars for assigned timekeepers and track deadlines.
• Monitor task flow to ensure efficient matter progress.
• Manage client intake, matter opening, and billing functions.

Skills

Workflow management

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Court filing procedures

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

NetDocs

Job description

Miller Johnson, one of Michigan’s largest full-service law firms, is seeking an experienced full-time Legal Administrative Assistant (LAA) to support our rapidly growing practice. As a LAA you will be a proactive case partner to timekeepers, owning the administrative workflow that supports the efficient delivery of legal services within the Practice Group. This role drives the day-to-day administrative coordination of client and matter activity ensuring deadlines are met, documentation is accurate, and operations run smoothly. You will serve as a central point of organization and follow-through consistently anticipating needs, managing competing priorities, and ensuring continuity of support for timekeepers.

Key Responsibilities and Essential Functions

• Coordinates calendars for assigned timekeepers, ensuring internal & external deadlines, meetings, and key milestones are accurately tracked and proactively managed.
• Monitors and coordinates task flow to ensure matters progress efficiently and accurately.
• Partners with assigned timekeepers to prioritize workload and manage shifting deadlines.
• Manages client intake, matter opening, and billing support functions with attention to detail and timeliness.
• Prepares, edits, proofreads, and assembles legal documents and correspondence with a high degree of accuracy and professionalism.
• Maintains organized physical and electronic case files in accordance with the Firm’s document management standards.
• Serves as a professional point of contact for clients, opposing counsel, and internal stakeholders.
• Oversees formatting and drafting legal documents.
• Manages incoming and outgoing mail for assigned timekeepers.
• Coordinates travel arrangements and logistical needs for assigned timekeepers.
• Actively participates in team-based coverage, ensuring continuity of support during absences or peak workload periods.
• Shares knowledge and supports process consistency across the legal support team and practice area.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Minimum of 2 years administrative experience supporting multiple timekeepers (attorneys or paralegals), or practice group/firm operations required
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suites (including Outlook, Word, and Excel) required
• Proficiency in NetDocs or other document management systems required
• Proficiency with Literia NTD or other automated document formatting systems preferred
• Proficiency with LMS accounting software for time entry and billing preferred
• Proficiency with state and federal court filing systems, including MiFile and PACER

Skills, Knowledge, and other Competencies

• Demonstrates personal responsibility for managing workflows, meeting deadlines, and ensuring matters move forward accurately and efficiently.
• Communicates openly and professionally with attorneys, team members, and clients. Handles confidential information with discretion and exercises sound judgment.
• Maintains composure and effectiveness in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. Demonstrates resilience and flexibility when priorities shift.
• Produces high-quality, detail-oriented work. Proactively reviews documents for accuracy and completeness before submission.
• Understands how administrative support contributes to client service and matter outcomes. Anticipates needs and identifies opportunities to improve efficiency and workflow.
• Demonstrates working knowledge of district, circuit, and federal court filing procedures.
• Collaborates respectfully with team members, participates in coverage planning, and contributes to a supportive team environment.
• Working knowledge of billing timelines and matter lifecycles.

Culture and Benefits

At Miller Johnson, our culture is anchored in our Core Values and how we work together:

Who We Are

Integrity and Candor – We speak the truth

Down to Earth – We stay humble and real

Grit – We push through and get it done

Committed to Excellence – We raise the bar

Committed to Impact – We lift others up

How We Work

Entrepreneurial Mindset – We think like owners

Down to Business – We move fast and stay practical

Rooted and Invested – We build lasting trust

We are committed to fostering an exceptional work experience that includes a healthy work-life balance and an inclusive culture that values uniquely talented team members. We offer competitive wages, flexible scheduling, paid time off, and annual performance reviews. Our benefit package includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance, paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, adoption assistance, and a 401(k)-retirement plan.