Paralegal / Legal Assistant

Bernard Nickels & Associates; Southfield (MI); On-site; USD 57,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Southfield is seeking a Paralegal/Legal Assistant to support attorneys in various legal tasks. The role involves conducting research, drafting documents, and maintaining case files within a dynamic team environment. Ideal candidates will have strong organizational and communication skills and a solid understanding of legal procedures.

Benefits

Term Life Insurance

Health Insurance

Vision Coverage

Medical and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts

Profit Sharing and 401(k)

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• Possesses strong organizational, research, and communication skills.
• Solid understanding of legal terminology and procedures.
• Ability to work in a diverse team environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research and summarize records.
• Draft legal documents such as contracts and pleadings.
• Organize and maintain case files while managing schedules.

Skills

Organizational skills

Research skills

Communication skills

Understanding of legal terminology

Job description

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Base pay range

$57,000.00/yr - $67,000.00/yr

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Job Title: Paralegal/Legal Assistance

Type: Perm

Start Date: ASAP

Location: Southfield MI

Max Bill/Salary: up to $57K

Job Description:

• A legal assistant/paralegal supports attorneys and the law firm by performing a variety of legal tasks to ensure efficient legal operations.
• Their responsibilities include, but are not limited to, conducting legal research, summarizing records, drafting legal documents (such as contracts, pleadings, and discovery materials), organizing, and maintaining case files, managing schedules, and communicating with clients.
• While they are not licensed to practice law, legal assistants/paralegals play a critical role in case preparation and administrative duties.
• They possess strong organizational, research, and communication skills, as well as a solid understanding of legal terminology and procedures and must be able to work in a diverse team environment.

Practice Areas:

• Banking
• Bankruptcy
• Commercial Litigation
• Corporate and Business Services
• Employment Law
• Family Office and Wealth Services
• Health Care Law
• Securities
• Tax, Probate, and Estate Planning

Compensation and Benefits

• Term Life Insurance
• Health Insurance
• Vision Coverage
• Medical and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts
• Profit Sharing and 401(k)
• Paid Time Off

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Legal

• Industries

  Law Practice and Legal Services

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401(k)

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