Legal Assistant

LHH; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO accrual 184 hrs/yr

13 paid holidays

Paid parental leave

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life/AD&D insurance

Short/long-term disability

401(k) plan

Discretionary annual bonus

Job summary

LHH in Detroit seeks a Legal Assistant to provide high-level administrative and legal support to attorneys, ensuring smooth day-to-day management of client matters.

The role requires strong organization, attention to detail, and discretion, with duties including document preparation, calendar management, court filings, and billing support.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience as a legal assistant or administrative assistant in a law firm or professional services environment.
• Strong knowledge of legal document formatting and court filing procedures.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel) and document management systems.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and ability to multitask.
• Excellent communication skills and professional demeanor.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, format, and proofread legal documents, correspondence, and presentations
• Manage attorney calendars, schedule meetings, depositions, and travel arrangements
• Handle document management, including organizing electronic and physical files
• Assist with court filings, including e-filing in state and federal courts
• Coordinate with clients, court personnel, vendors, and internal teams
• Maintain client files and ensure all documentation is accurate and up to date
• Track deadlines and support attorneys in meeting court and client requirements
• Enter and track attorney time, assist with billing coordination as needed
• Support general administrative functions, including expense reports and matter management

Skills

Legal document formatting

Court filing procedures

Calendar management

Multitasking

Communication

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel)

Job description

Position Overview

The Legal Assistant will provide high-level administrative and legal support to attorneys, ensuring the smooth day‑to‑day management of client matters. This role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to handle multiple priorities with professionalism and discretion.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, format, and proofread legal documents, correspondence, and presentations
• Manage attorney calendars, schedule meetings, depositions, and travel arrangements
• Handle document management, including organizing electronic and physical files
• Assist with court filings, including e‑filing in state and federal courts
• Coordinate with clients, court personnel, vendors, and internal teams
• Maintain client files and ensure all documentation is accurate and up to date
• Track deadlines and support attorneys in meeting court and client requirements
• Enter and track attorney time, assist with billing coordination as needed
• Support general administrative functions, including expense reports and matter management

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience as a legal assistant or administrative assistant in a law firm or professional services environment
• Strong knowledge of legal document formatting and court filing procedures
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel) and document management systems
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and ability to multitask
• Excellent communication skills and professional demeanor
• Ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced, team‑oriented environment

Additional Information

Personal Time Off (PTO) is offered on an accrual basis up to 184 hours a year, 13 Paid Holidays, and up to 6 weeks of Paid Parental Leave. PTO and holiday hours are prorated based on hire date within the calendar year.

Benefit offerings for full‑time employment include medical, dental, vision, term life and AD&D insurance, short-term and long-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, commuter benefits, wellness plans, and a 401(k) plan.

Annual discretionary bonus based on individual performance.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled.

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers