Legal Assistant - Detroit (Hybrid/Remote Friendly)

Warner Norcross + Judd; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Firm-paid life insurance and disabilty

401(k) with employer contribution or 1

Paid time off and holidays

Remote work flexibility

Wellness programs

Employee assistance program

Professional development and growth

Firm Paid Parking

Job summary

Warner Norcross + Judd in Detroit is seeking a Legal Assistant to provide comprehensive administrative support to timekeeping roles for Partners, Associates, and Paralegals. The role values strong organization, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple tasks while maintaining professionalism.

The position is full-time, Monday through Friday, 8 am to 5 pm, based in Detroit with firm-paid parking.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of equivalent training and experience in litigation.
• Bankruptcy experience is a plus.
• Experience with litigation procedures and e-filing requirements.
• Experience supporting multiple attorneys/timekeepers in a fast-paced legal environment required
• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Associate or bachelor's degree preferred
• Advanced proficiency in computer software and applications, including Microsoft Suites

Responsibilities

• Prepare, format, proofread, and manage a variety of legal documents, correspondence, pleadings, and client materials, ensuring accuracy and compliance with firm standards.
• Maintain electronic client and matter files, including document management, records organization, matter opening, and file conversions.
• Coordinate court filings, docket management, and interactions with federal, state, and local courts and agencies while tracking deadlines and case-related commitments.
• Manage attorney calendars, travel arrangements, meetings, expenses, and project timelines to support efficient practice operations.
• Review and process time entries, billing information, and client billing memos, ensuring accuracy and adherence to firm billing procedures.
• Provide exceptional administrative support by handling client communications, coordinating with internal teams and vendors, delegating tasks as appropriate, and serving as backup support to ensure seamless coverage.
• Reviews and updates practice group processes to improve workflow and support team needs.
• The areas of law served will include: litigation, bankruptcy, restructure and resolving, finance.

Skills

Litigation experience

Timekeeping support

Client service

Organizational skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate or bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

E-filing systems

Job description

Warner Norcross + Judd in Detroit is seeking a Legal Assistant to provide comprehensive administrative support to timekeeping roles for Partners, Associates, and Paralegals. The role values strong organization, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple tasks while maintaining professionalism.

The position is full-time, Monday through Friday, 8 am to 5 pm, based in Detroit with firm-paid parking.