Legal Assistant

Trustpoint.One; Southfield (MI); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer match

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Free parking

Job summary

Trustpoint.One is partnering with a boutique litigation firm to hire a Legal Assistant. You will support attorneys in case management, drafting, filing, calendars, client communication, and finance operations. Insurance defense experience is a plus.

Location is Southfield, MI, with a first 60 days onsite, then a hybrid schedule with 1–2 remote days weekly. Ideal candidates have 2+ years in a litigation environment, strong organizational and communication skills, and proficiency with MS Office.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience as a Litigation Legal Assistant or similar role.
• Insurance defense experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of court filing procedures.
• Experience with state and federal e filing systems.
• Familiarity with billing and accounts receivable in a law firm.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Proficient in MS Office and document formatting.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, draft, proofread, and manage legal correspondence and documents.
• Coordinate and maintain attorney calendars and deadlines.
• Prepare and track pleadings, motions, and e-file documents.
• Communicate with clients, courts, opposing counsel, vendors about scheduling.
• Maintain organized case files and documentation.
• Assist with trial preparation and deposition coordination.
• Support case management and administrative tasks throughout litigation.
• Assist with finance operations and accounts receivable.
• Handle confidential information with professionalism.

Skills

Litigation experience

Court filings

MS Office

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Independent worker

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Trustpoint is excited to partner with a boutique litigation firm in search of a Legal Assistant to join its growing team. This direct hire opportunity offers the chance to support attorneys handling a variety of litigation matters while playing a key role in case management, client communication, finance operations, and day-to-day legal administration. Candidates with insurance defense litigation experience are strongly encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, draft, proofread, and manage legal correspondence and litigation-related documents.
• Coordinate and maintain attorney calendars, including court dates, hearings, depositions, meetings, and deadlines.
• Prepare, file, and track pleadings, motions, and other legal documents through state and federal e-filing systems.
• Communicate with clients, courts, opposing counsel, vendors, and other stakeholders regarding scheduling and case updates.
• Maintain organized electronic and physical case files and ensure documentation is accurate and up to date.
• Assist with trial preparation, deposition coordination, and other litigation support activities.
• Support attorneys with case management and administrative tasks throughout all phases of litigation.
• Assist with finance operations and accounts receivable, including tracking outstanding balances, processing invoices, following up on payments, and maintaining accurate financial records.
• Handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience as a Litigation Legal Assistant, Legal Secretary, or similar legal support professional within a litigation environment.
• Experience supporting insurance defense litigation matters preferred.
• Strong knowledge of court filing procedures and litigation workflows.
• Experience with state and federal e-filing systems.
• Familiarity with billing, bookkeeping, accounts receivable, or other law firm financial processes preferred.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment.
• All candidates must be able to work at a computer screen for a sustained amount of time.

Additional Details

• Direct hire opportunity
• Full-time, non-exempt position
• Location: Southfield, MI
• First 60 days fully onsite, followed by a hybrid schedule with 1–2 remote days per week
• Collaborative team environment supporting multiple attorneys

Compensation and Benefits

• 401(k) with employer match
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off and vacationFree parking

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