Office Assistant

Bush Seyferth PLLC; Troy (MI); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

BSP Law is seeking a part-time Office Assistant for our Troy, Michigan office. You will work closely with attorneys, paralegals, legal assistants, and other staff to support day-to-day operations and ensure the office runs smoothly.

The role involves handling copy/scanning, calendar assistance, document preparation, and light front-desk coverage while maintaining a professional environment and tight attention to deadlines.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; professional setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process copy and scanning projects and assemble trial materials as requested.
• Maintain clean, orderly conference rooms and common areas.
• Restock paper in copy machines daily.
• Shred/dismantle binders/files as needed.
• Provide front desk lunch coverage and support the Office Experience Coordinator.
• Make trips to stores, courts, and other legal offices as requested.
• Prepare workstations for incoming employees and organize them when departing.
• Provide backup support for the Legal Administrative Assistant team including scheduling, document management, and filings.
• Understand court requirements and prepare documents for filing, including e-filings.
• Other tasks as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Prioritization

Professional communication

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Zoom

Microsoft Teams

Microsoft Office

NetDocuments

SharePoint

OneNote

Job description

BSP Law, a boutique litigation firm with a national practice, is seeking a part-time Office Assistant for our Troy, Michigan office. The ideal candidate will work closely with attorneys, paralegals, legal assistants, and other office personnel to assist with the operation of the firm - someone who provides general assistance whenever needed throughout the office.

About the Role

BSP Law, a boutique litigation firm with a national practice, is seeking a part-time Office Assistant for our Troy, Michigan office. The ideal candidate will work closely with attorneys, paralegals, legal assistants, and other office personnel to assist with the operation of the firm - someone who provides general assistance whenever needed throughout the office.

What You'll Do

• Process all copy and scanning projects as well as handling assembly of trial-related materials as requested by firm personnel.
• Maintain a clean and orderly working environment in conference rooms, common areas, and office services.
• Restock paper in copy machines daily.
• Shred/dismantle binders/files, as needed.
• Provide front desk lunch coverage daily and assist the Office Experience Coordinator as needed.
• Make trips to stores, courts, and other legal offices as requested.
• Prepare workstations and offices for incoming employees, and organize them when an employee departs.
• Provide backup support and coverage for the Legal Administrative Assistant team during absences and overflow periods, including:
  • Assist with complex scheduling and calendar management, including scheduling depositions and deposition preparation sessions.
  • Organize and track case materials, including emails and other case-related documents, within the document management system.
  • Draft, edit, format, and finalize documents, including case information sheets, notebooks, and deposition preparation notebooks with exhibits.
  • Maintain/update contact lists, distribution lists, and case lists.
  • Conduct conflict checks and initiate the necessary paperwork to open and close matters, and assemble and maintain case organization documents, including to-do lists, master case spreadsheets, and chronologies.
  • Understand court requirements and prepare documents for filing with the court, including e-filings.
• Other tasks as needed.

Who You Are

• Able to prioritize, show strong attention to detail, and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment where strict deadlines are common.
• Shows initiative on projects and completes them with minimum guidance.
• Maintains a professional appearance and demonstrates excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma.
• Experience in a professional setting, preferably a law firm.
• Proficient with office technology and conferencing equipment, specifically Zoom and Teams, and Microsoft Office software, including the ability to learn new software and procedures quickly. Experience with NetDocuments, SharePoint, and OneNote a plus.
• A high degree of discretion is required.
• Ability to lift/carry objects weighing 15-35 pounds on a regular basis.

Why BSP

This position offers hands-on exposure to the day-to-day operations of a national litigation practice, working alongside attorneys, paralegals, and staff across the firm. If you are someone who is reliable, adaptable, and takes pride in keeping an office running smoothly, BSP is a place where your contributions are visible and valued.

For more information, visit: bsplaw.com