On-Site Liability Litigation Legal Assistant

Morgan & Morgan; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

Morgan & Morgan is seeking a qualified Legal Assistant to join our team in Detroit. This role handles day-to-day office operations, supports the legal team, and requires a strong work ethic in a fast-paced environment.

On-site work is emphasized to immerse new team members in the practice. Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED, with associates or paralegal studies preferred, and at least one year of administrative experience in a legal setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associates degree or higher preferred.
• At least 1 year of experience as an administrative assistant in a law firm or corporate legal department.
• Experience in Personal Injury, Workers Compensation, Premises Liability or other injury related practice areas preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform administrative duties (scheduling calendar hearings and deadlines, organize case files, manage logistics).
• Maintain pleadings and discovery indexes.
• Organize exhibits, documents, evidence, briefs, and appendices.
• Draft and proofread correspondence and legal documents such as pleadings and contracts.
• Research regulations, laws, and legal articles to assist with reports and case files.
• Manage client billing by preparing, finalizing, and sending out bills and resolving billing issues with the billing attorney.

Skills

Strong work ethic

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Excellent written and verbal communic

Multi-tasking in fast-paced env

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associates degree/paralegal studies or paralegal certificate or bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Morgan & Morgan is seeking a qualified Legal Assistant to join our team in Detroit. This role handles day-to-day office operations, supports the legal team, and requires a strong work ethic in a fast-paced environment.

On-site work is emphasized to immerse new team members in the practice. Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED, with associates or paralegal studies preferred, and at least one year of administrative experience in a legal setting.