Wilsonelser
Legal Administrative Assistant
Detroit, Michigan . Posted a month ago
The role
Provide administrative and litigation support to a team of attorneys. Manage case matters, court filings, calendars and client communication.
What you will do
- Provide support and administrative assistance to attorneys and colleagues
- Coordinate new matter openings and closings, including conflict checks, engagement letters and file management
- Prepare, format, proofread and edit legal documents and court filings
- File documents in state, federal and appellate courts using electronic filing applications
- Communicate with court personnel regarding procedures, rules and deadlines
- Manage incoming mail, notices and document distribution
- Maintain electronic and client files within the document management system
- Maintain case calendars and distribute appearance reports
- Enter attorney time and assist with billing support, client budgets and billing inquiries
- Manage vendor invoices, reimbursements and check requests
Required qualifications
- High school Diploma or equivalent
- 3+ years of administrative experience
- Familiarity with legal terminology, document formatting and court procedures
- Professional communication skills
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines
- Ability to maintain strict confidentiality
- Comfortable working in an in-office/hybrid environment
Nice to have
- Experience with electronic filing systems
Benefits
- Outstanding benefits package
- 401k match
- Generous PTO plan
- Ample opportunities for professional development and advancement
- Access to corporate discount plans
About the company
Wilson Elser is a national law firm with more than 1,400 attorneys across 46 offices nationwide. The firm is recognized among the top 100 law firms by The American Lawyer.