Legal Assistant - On-Site Case Prep & Scheduling Pro

Morgan & Morgan, P.A.; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Morgan & Morgan, P.A. seeks a qualified Legal Assistant in Detroit to support the legal team and manage day-to-day operations of the firm. The role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate will have experience in a law firm or corporate legal department and be proficient in preparing pleadings, discovery, and client communications. This on-site position offers competitive benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associates degree in paralegal studies, a paralegal certificate, or a bachelor's degree preferred.
• At least 1 year of experience as an administrative assistant, legal assistant, legal secretary, or paralegal.

Responsibilities

• Perform administrative duties including scheduling calendar hearings and deadlines, organizing case files, and managing logistics.
• Maintain pleadings and discovery indexes.
• Organize exhibits, documents, evidence, briefs, and appendices.

Skills

Multi-tasking

Strong writing

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associates degree in paralegal studies / paralegal certificate / Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Morgan & Morgan, P.A. seeks a qualified Legal Assistant in Detroit to support the legal team and manage day-to-day operations of the firm. The role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate will have experience in a law firm or corporate legal department and be proficient in preparing pleadings, discovery, and client communications. This on-site position offers competitive benefits and growth opportunities.