Senior Legal Assistant | Lead Paralegal Support & Training

Weltman, Weinberg & Reis Co.; Troy (MI); Presencial; USD 30 000 - 39 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

PTO and holidays

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

Free parking

On-site Bistro

Resumo da oferta

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.

Qualificações

• 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.

Responsabilidades

• 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.

Conhecimentos

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Typing 45 wpm

Professional demeanor

Microsoft Office proficiency

Formação académica

Associate's Degree or Paralegal certificate

Ferramentas

Microsoft Office

Descrição da oferta de emprego

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.