Legal Administrative Assistant

Randstad; Southfield (MI); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a highly organized Legal Administrative Assistant for a dynamic legal environment. This hybrid role offers an exciting opportunity to support Staff Counsel attorneys with comprehensive secretarial and administrative tasks. Responsibilities include preparing legal documents, managing case files, and coordinating meetings, all while maintaining confidentiality. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in legal secretarial work, with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and excellent communication skills. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a passion for the legal field, this temporary position could be your next great opportunity.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant experience preferred, but strong candidates with less experience will be considered.
• Proven experience as a Legal Secretary with excellent organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive secretarial support to Staff Counsel attorneys.
• Prepare and proofread legal documents and manage case files.
• Schedule meetings and maintain attorney calendars.

Skills

Legal Experience

Organizational Skills

Microsoft Office Suite

Attention to Detail

Communication Skills

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Legal Administrative Assistant

Location: Southfield, MI (Hybrid - 2 days per week in office)

Contract: Through September could be extended

Pay Rate: $24 - $26 per hour

MUST HAVE LEGAL EXPERIENCE

Are you an experienced and highly organized Legal Secretary looking for a temporary opportunity within a dynamic legal environment? We are seeking a skilled individual to support our Staff Counsel team in Southfield, Michigan. This is a hybrid role requiring in-office presence two days per week.

Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive secretarial and administrative support to Staff Counsel attorneys.
• Prepare, format, and proofread legal documents, including pleadings, motions, briefs, and correspondence.
• Manage and organize case files, both electronically and in hard copy.
• Schedule and coordinate meetings, appointments, and court appearances.
• Maintain attorney calendars and ensure timely reminders of deadlines.
• Handle telephone calls, take messages, and direct inquiries appropriately.
• Process expense reports and invoices.
• Assist with trial preparation, including organizing exhibits and witness files.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Perform other administrative duties as assigned.

Desired Experience:

Candidates should possess a strong background in legal secretarial work, ideally with experience in one or more of the following areas:

• Insurance company staff counsel
• Defense firm
• Plaintiff firm
• Personal injury litigation

While 5+ years of relevant experience is preferred, candidates with less experience but a strong alignment with the desired areas will also be considered.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience as a Legal Secretary.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Familiarity with legal terminology and court procedures.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.