Legal Assistant – Organization & Calendar Expert

Fahey Schultz Burzych Rhodes PLC; Okemos (MI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Disability and life insurance

401(k) profit-sharing

Free parking

Job summary

Fahey Schultz Burzych Rhodes PLC in Michigan is seeking a Legal Assistant to support attorneys, prepare documents, coordinate court filings, manage calendars, and maintain case files. The role requires strong organizational and communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to handle confidential information while coordinating with clients and external parties.

This is primarily an in-office position with potential limited hybrid or remote arrangements, and generous benefits

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; associate degree preferred.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in a private sector law firm or public sector legal department.
• Thorough understanding of legal terminology and local/state rules.
• Proficiency in Office 365 Suite and Adobe Professional.

Responsibilities

• Draft, update, proofread, format, file, and send legal documents, including pleadings, agreements, and invoices.
• Track and communicate key dates to attorneys and stakeholders.
• Assist with opening new client matters, conflict checks, engagement letters, and matter setup.
• Maintain, scan, name, inventory, organize, and close client files per policy.
• Manage attorney calendars, schedule appointments, draft routine correspondence, and handle e-filings.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Confidentiality

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree preferred

Tools

Office 365

Adobe Professional

Job description

Fahey Schultz Burzych Rhodes PLC in Michigan is seeking a Legal Assistant to support attorneys, prepare documents, coordinate court filings, manage calendars, and maintain case files. The role requires strong organizational and communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to handle confidential information while coordinating with clients and external parties.

This is primarily an in-office position with potential limited hybrid or remote arrangements, and generous benefits