Legal Assistant - Troy

Lee Hecht Harrison Nederland B.V.; Troy (MI); On-site; USD 58,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Professional growth and development

Collaborative team environment

Job summary

Lee Hecht Harrison Nederland B.V. in Troy, MI seeks an experienced Litigation Legal Assistant to support attorneys and paralegals in a busy litigation practice. You will manage pleadings, discovery, and case management while coordinating calendars and deadlines.

The role requires 5+ years of litigation support, strong organizational and communication skills, and proficiency with MS Office and e-filing systems. A detail-oriented, independent work style is essential in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of litigation legal assistant experience.
• Strong knowledge of litigation procedures and terminology.
• Experience with state and federal court filings, including e-filing.
• Ability to prepare tables of contents, tables of authorities, and other complex legal documents.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; highly organized.
• Independent work style with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and manage litigation documents and correspondence.
• Maintain and organize client and matter files.
• Assist with case management, deadlines, and task coordination.
• Format and electronically file in state and federal courts.
• Manage attorney calendars and scheduling.
• Track deadlines and court-related milestones.
• Process attorney expense reports and provide admin support.
• Maintain confidentiality of client/case information.
• Collaborate with team to ensure efficiency.

Skills

Litigation support

Court filings

Document prep

Case management

Organizational

Proofreading

Communication

Independence

Confidentiality

Tools

e-filing systems

Microsoft Office

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

Litigation Legal Assistant

Location: Troy, MI

Compensation: $58,000 - $68,000

About the Opportunity

A growing law firm is seeking an experienced Litigation Legal Assistant to support attorneys and paralegals in a busy litigation practice. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented legal professional with strong experience in litigation support, court filings, case management, and document preparation. The successful candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment and possess exceptional organizational and communication skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, edit, and manage legal correspondence, pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery materials, and other litigation documents.
• Maintain and organize client and matter files in accordance with firm policies and best practices.
• Assist with case management by monitoring deadlines, tracking case activity, and coordinating litigation-related tasks.
• Format, proofread, and electronically file documents in state and federal courts.
• Manage attorney calendars, including scheduling hearings, depositions, meetings, travel, and other litigation-related events.
• Track court deadlines, filing requirements, discovery responses, and litigation milestones.
• Process attorney expense reports and provide general administrative support.
• Maintain confidentiality of all client and case information.
• Collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, and support staff to ensure matters are handled efficiently and accurately.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of litigation legal assistant or legal support experience.
• Strong knowledge of litigation procedures, discovery processes, and legal terminology.
• Experience with state and federal court filings, including e-filing systems.
• Ability to prepare tables of contents, tables of authorities, and other complex legal documents.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including proofreading and editing.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining a high level of accuracy and productivity.
• Professional demeanor when interacting with attorneys, clients, court personnel, and opposing counsel.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Acrobat; experience with legal software platforms is a plus.
• Appellate court filing experience is preferred.

Desired Attributes

• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
• Sound judgment and ability to work with confidential information.
• Adaptability and willingness to learn new technology and processes.
• Team-oriented approach with a commitment to high-quality client service.
• Ability to succeed in a deadline-driven legal environment.

Benefits

• Salary range of $58,000 - $68,000
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Professional growth and development opportunities
• Collaborative team environment

Pay Details: $58,000.00 to $68,000.00 per year

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.