Legal Assistant
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Job Location:
Ann Arbor, MI - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
About Us
Founded in 1937 Conlin McKenney & Philbrick P.C. is a full-service law firm based in Ann Arbor Michigan. With more than 25 attorneys we offer the depth and resources of a large firm paired with the personal service and collegial culture of a mid-sized practice. We represent individuals closely held and mid-market businesses developers retailers insurers banks governmental entities and insured parties. Our attorneys handle a wide range of personal business and litigation matters maintaining a strong reputation throughout Michigan and the Midwest.
About the Opportunity
We are seeking an experienced detail-oriented Legal Assistant to join our team. This position provides direct support to attorneys across a variety of practice areas including Business Estate Planning and Litigation.
Responsibilities
Qualifications
Compensation
Competitive compensation commensurate with experience along with a comprehensive benefits package including company paid health insurance parking and industry leading 401k company contributions.
Founded in 1937 Conlin McKenney & Philbrick P.C. is a full-service law firm based in Ann Arbor Michigan. With more than 25 attorneys we offer the depth and resources of a large firm paired with the personal service and collegial culture of a mid-sized practice. We represent individuals closely held and mid-market businesses developers retailers insurers banks governmental entities and insured parties. Our attorneys handle a wide range of personal business and litigation matters maintaining a strong reputation throughout Michigan and the Midwest.
About the Opportunity
We are seeking an experienced detail-oriented Legal Assistant to join our team. This position provides direct support to attorneys across a variety of practice areas including Business Estate Planning and Litigation.
Responsibilities
- Provide day-to-day administrative support to attorneys including preparing correspondence organizing case materials and maintaining accurate file systems.
- Prepare proofread and format legal documents including pleadings briefs contracts and estate planning documents.
- File documents with courts and administrative bodies using MiFILE federal CM/ECF or first-class mail as appropriate.
- File documents with Michigan LARA using its online filing system including articles of organization annual reports and assumed name certificates.
- Manage attorney calendars including scheduling hearings deadlines client meetings and reminders.
- Retrieve records and information from courts agencies and third-party vendors.
- Communicate professionally with clients opposing counsel courts and external vendors.
- Maintain strict confidentiality of sensitive information.
- Assist with trial preparation including assembling exhibits witness materials and hearing binders.
- Perform legal research using court databases and online resources as directed.
- Properly operate office technology including printers scanners and photocopiers.
Qualifications
- Prior experience as a legal assistant or legal secretary strongly preferred; experience in Business Estate Planning and Litigation practices is a plus.
- Strong knowledge of legal terminology Michigan court rules and e-filing procedures.
- High proficiency in Microsoft 365 (Word Outlook Excel) and document formatting.
- Exceptional attention to detail grammar and proofreading accuracy.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to prioritize workloads meet deadlines and manage multiple matters simultaneously.
- Strong interpersonal skills with a commitment to professionalism and client service.
- Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment while also handling tasks independently.
Compensation
Competitive compensation commensurate with experience along with a comprehensive benefits package including company paid health insurance parking and industry leading 401k company contributions.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Key Skills
- Administrative Law
- Intellectual Property
- Employment Law
- Advocacy
- Legal Research
- Contract Law
- Criminal Cases
- Legal procedures
- Law
- Legal Operations
- Private Practice
- Civil Litigation
- Federal Courts
- Labor Law
- Arbitration Law
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