Senior Litigation Paralegal — Trial & Case Prep

Jimmy Jazz; Southfield (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career advancement

Supportive team culture

Job summary

Mike Morse Law Firm in Michigan is seeking a skilled Legal Secretary to join our litigation team. You’ll draft, format, and file pleadings, manage attorney calendars, and maintain client files with meticulous attention to detail.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years in litigation support or legal secretary roles, familiarity with Michigan No-Fault law or personal injury, and strong MS Office and M-Filing skills. We value confidentiality, client focus, and teamwork.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in litigation support or legal secretary roles.
• Knowledge of Michigan No-Fault law and/or Personal Injury Experience preferred.
• Familiarity with legal terminology and civil litigation procedures.
• Excellent organization, time management, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Ability to juggle deadlines without dropping the ball.
• Professionalism, confidentiality, and a client-first mindset.

Responsibilities

• Draft, format, and file pleadings, motions, subpoenas, and other legal documents
• Manage complex attorney calendars and coordinate court dates, meetings, and deadlines
• Organize and maintain client files—physical and digital—with obsessive attention to detail
• Conduct legal research and assist with case prep, discovery, and trial support
• Serve as the point of contact for clients, courts, and opposing counsel
• Handle correspondence, schedule management, and administrative tasks
• Assist with exhibit prep and trial notebooks for court appearances
• E-file with precision—you’re proficient in M-filing
• Type quickly and accurately (65+ wpm preferred)
• Work as part of a high-performing team dedicated to delivering results

Skills

Litigation experience

Organizational skills

Communication skills

MS Office

Detail oriented

Calm under pressure

Tools

M-Filing

Job description

Mike Morse Law Firm in Michigan is seeking a skilled Legal Secretary to join our litigation team. You’ll draft, format, and file pleadings, manage attorney calendars, and maintain client files with meticulous attention to detail.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years in litigation support or legal secretary roles, familiarity with Michigan No-Fault law or personal injury, and strong MS Office and M-Filing skills. We value confidentiality, client focus, and teamwork.