Legal Assistant

LHH Recruitment Solutions; Michigan; On-site; USD 58,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Medical insurance

401k plan

Job summary

LHH Recruitment Solutions is seeking an experienced Litigation Legal Assistant to support attorneys and paralegals in a fast-paced litigation practice. The role requires familiarity with litigation procedures, court filings, document prep, and case management while maintaining confidentiality and client service.

The ideal candidate will be highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of handling multiple priorities with minimal supervision in a law-firm setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of litigation legal assistant or litigation support experience.
• Strong understanding of litigation procedures, discovery processes, and legal terminology.
• Experience with state and federal court filings, including e-filing systems.

Responsibilities

• Draft, edit, and prepare legal correspondence, pleadings, briefs, discovery materials, and other litigation documents.
• Open, organize, and maintain client and matter files in accordance with firm procedures.
• Assist with case management, including monitoring deadlines, tracking case activity, and coordinating litigation-related tasks.
• Format and file documents in state and federal courts, including electronic filings.
• Manage attorney calendars, schedule depositions, hearings, conferences, meetings, and travel arrangements.
• Track court dates, filing deadlines, and discovery obligations.
• Process attorney expense reimbursements and other administrative support tasks.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of client and case-related information.
• Collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, and administrative staff to ensure timely completion of assignments.

Skills

Litigation support

Case management

Microsoft Office Suite

Adobe Acrobat

E-filing systems

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Professional confidentiality

Tools

Litigation software

Document management systems

Job description

A well-established law firm is seeking an experienced Litigation Legal Assistant to provide comprehensive support to attorneys and paralegals in a fast-paced litigation practice. This position requires strong knowledge of litigation procedures, court filings, document preparation, and case management. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities while maintaining exceptional client service and confidentiality.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, edit, and prepare legal correspondence, pleadings, briefs, discovery materials, and other litigation documents.
• Open, organize, and maintain client and matter files in accordance with firm procedures.
• Assist with case management, including monitoring deadlines, tracking case activity, and coordinating litigation-related tasks.
• Format and file documents in state and federal courts, including electronic filings.
• Manage attorney calendars, schedule depositions, hearings, conferences, meetings, and travel arrangements.
• Track court dates, filing deadlines, and discovery obligations.
• Process attorney expense reimbursements and other administrative support tasks.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of client and case-related information.
• Collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, and administrative staff to ensure timely completion of assignments.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of litigation legal assistant or litigation support experience.
• Strong understanding of litigation procedures, discovery processes, and legal terminology.
• Experience with state and federal court filings, including e-filing systems.
• Ability to prepare tables of contents, tables of authorities, and complex legal documents.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong proofreading and editing abilities.
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to interact professionally with attorneys, clients, court personnel, and opposing counsel.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat, and legal technology platforms.
• Appellate filing experience is a plus.

Preferred Attributes

• Strong problem-solving skills and sound professional judgment.
• Ability to quickly learn new systems and processes.
• Team-oriented mindset with a commitment to collaboration, accountability, and client service.
• Flexible and adaptable in a fast-paced legal environment.
• Competitive salary of $58,000 - $68,000
• Collaborative and supportive team environment

Depending on the specific client, location, and role, the benefits may include PTO, medical, dental, vision, term life and AD&D insurance, short-term disability and long-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits, wellness plans, and a 401k plan or a non-qualified deferred compensation plan. Additionally, you may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable. Bonus eligibility and amount are based upon company and/or individual performance.