Senior Legal Assistant

Weltman, Weinberg & Reis Co.; Troy (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO and holidays

Medical, Rx, Dental, Vision, 401(k)

Free parking

On-site Bistro

Job summary

Weltman, Weinberg & Reis Co. is seeking a Senior Legal Assistant to support attorneys by handling complex legal tasks and guiding junior staff.

The role involves drafting documents, conducting research, and managing case files with attention to deadlines and accuracy. The position requires a paralegal credential or similar degree and at least four years of legal experience, along with strong organizational and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Requires an Associate's Degree and/or Paralegal certificate.
• Minimum 4 years of legal experience with knowledge of laws, procedures, and terminology.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent oral and written communication.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office; 45 wpm typing.
• Able to pass a detailed background check and drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Train and guide junior staff and coordinate workload.
• Ensure timely work in compliance with policies and guidelines.
• Answer questions on complex or technical tasks.
• Assist attorneys with managing complex case files and pleadings.
• Draft and dictate briefs, pleadings, and other legal documents.
• Conduct legal research on statutes, court decisions, and opinions.
• Attend depositions and hearings and review transcripts.
• Coordinate service of subpoenas and other legal documents.
• Monitor client bills and prepare billing statements.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of general legal procedures.

Skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Typing 45 wpm

Professional demeanor

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Associate's Degree or Paralegal certificate

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Senior Legal Assistant assists attorneys by performing legal work requiring comprehensive knowledge of legal procedures, methods, and terminology; trains, assigns and monitors the work of others and/or provides guidance to less experienced co-workers by performing the following duties.

Responsibilities/Duties/Functions/Tasks:

• Provides on-the-job training to less experienced workers
• Ensures work is performed in a timely manner and in compliance with established policies and guidelines
• Responds to employee’s questions regarding unusual, complex, or technical work-related matters
• Assists attorneys with management of complex case files and pleadings
• Drafts and/or dictates legal briefs, pleadings, correspondence, affidavits, and other legal documents
• Conducts research including statutes, ordinances, court decisions, and legal opinions
• Attends depositions and hearings and reviews transcripts, as required
• Reviews files, mail and complex legal documents to gather information and locate missing or incomplete records
• Contacts clients, debtors, attorneys and courts for resolution of outstanding issues, further instructions, status updates, and additional information and documentation
• Negotiates settlements and sale or return of assets/collateral for attorney/client approval
• Oversees the preparation and assembly of evidence exhibits and other materials used in legal proceedings
• Monitors client billings and prepares billing statements
• Coordinates the service of subpoenas, notice of depositions, and other legal documents to witnesses and parties to action
• Forwards accounts to out-of-town counsel and serves as liaison between client and attorney
• Arranges for payment of court costs, local counsel fees, publications costs, etc.
• Performs data entry to update notes on account
• May take and process debtor payments
• Maintains current knowledge of general legal procedures, deadlines and procedures for appropriate documents, office equipment, and software in general use in the legal community
• Complete all required training applicable to assigned position
• Additional duties as requested or required

Qualifications:

• Associate's Degree and/or Paralegal certificate required
• 4 years legal experience with comprehensive knowledge of relevant laws, legal/court procedures, and legal terminology
• Demonstrated organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Professional demeanor with clients and co-workers
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Excellent computer skills using Microsoft Office products with the ability to type 45 words per minute
• Must be able to pass a detailed background check and drug screen

Compensation and Benefits:

• The expected compensation is $22.79 - $28.13/hr. depending upon experience
• Paid Time Off (PTO) - 16 days annually +9 Company paid holidays
• Competitive benefits - Medical, Rx, Dental, Vision, 401(k), and Life and Disability Insurance. You can review our benefits at www.weltman.com/careers for more information.
• Promotional opportunities from within the Firm
• Employee Perks available from Verizon, Car Dealerships, Local Movie Theaters, Theme Parks, etc.
• Positive office environment with regularly scheduled parties, contests, and community support initiatives
• On site "Bistro To Go" vending and fresh foods available
• Free parking

Physical and Mental Demands:

The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to remain in a stationary position at a workstation. This position requires constant use of hands and fingers for typing and operating a computer and other office equipment. The employee must possess the ability to communicate information and ideas in writing and verbally. Occasional standing, walking, bending, and lifting of items weighing up to 15 pounds may be required. Close visual acuity is needed to read, analyze data, and view a computer terminal for extended periods.

Work Environment:

This position operates in a professional office environment. It is representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The employee will experience low to moderate noise levels and moderate interruptions. The workspace is well-lit and climate controlled.

EEO Statement: Weltman is an equal opportunity employer.