Legal Assistant - Detail‑Focused Support for Attorneys

Fahey Schultz Burzych Rhodes PLC; Okemos (MI); Hybrid; USD 40.000 - 55.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Medical, dental, vision

Disability and life insurance

401(k) profit-sharing

Free parking

Zusammenfassung

Fahey Schultz Burzych Rhodes PLC is seeking a capable Legal Assistant to support attorneys, paralegals, and practice groups by preparing documents, coordinating court filings, and managing calendars and deadlines. The role requires strong organizational and communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to handle confidential information while maintaining professionalism.

Office 365 and Adobe proficiency is expected, with in-office work primarily and limited remote arrangements

Qualifikationen

• High school diploma required; associate degree preferred.
• Minimum of two years’ experience in a private law firm or legal department.
• Thorough understanding of legal terminology and local/state rules.

Aufgaben

• Draft, update, proofread, format, file, and send legal documents.
• Track and communicate key dates to attorneys and stakeholders.
• Assist with opening new client matters, conflict checks, engagement letters, disengagement letters, matter setup, file maintenance, and proper file closure.
• Maintain, scan, name, inventory, organize, and close client files per policy.
• Manage attorney calendars, schedule appointments, draft routine correspondence, prepare and schedule conference rooms, and handle electronic filing and e-filings.
• Witness and notarize document signings and submit documents for recording as needed.
• Provide support to other legal assistants and perform additional administrative tasks as needed.
• Work effectively with firm systems, including a cloud-based document management system, Office 365, Adobe, billing system, password management, Zoom, and office equipment.
• Demonstrate effective and professional communication skills-both verbal and written-when interacting with clients, attorneys, co-workers, court personnel, and other individuals.
• Collaborate with team members to share experiences, participate in practice group and firm meetings, and contribute to the success of the firm’s objectives.
• Consistently promote and model day-to-day behavior consistent with the Firm’s Core Values, Pillars of Culture, and other firm policies.

Kenntnisse

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Team collaboration

Ausbildung

High school diploma

Associate degree preferred

Tools

Office 365

Adobe Professional

Zoom

Document management

Jobbeschreibung

Fahey Schultz Burzych Rhodes PLC is seeking a capable Legal Assistant to support attorneys, paralegals, and practice groups by preparing documents, coordinating court filings, and managing calendars and deadlines. The role requires strong organizational and communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to handle confidential information while maintaining professionalism.

Office 365 and Adobe proficiency is expected, with in-office work primarily and limited remote arrangements