Legal Secretary
Location: Southfield, MI (Hybrid - 2 days per week in office)
Contract: Through September could be extended
Pay Rate: $24 - $26 per hour
Are you an experienced and highly organized Legal Secretary looking for a temporary opportunity within a dynamic legal environment? We are seeking a skilled individual to support our Staff Counsel team in Southfield, Michigan. This is a hybrid role requiring in-office presence two days per week.
Responsibilities:
- Provide comprehensive secretarial and administrative support to Staff Counsel attorneys.
- Prepare, format, and proofread legal documents, including pleadings, motions, briefs, and correspondence.
- Manage and organize case files, both electronically and in hard copy.
- Schedule and coordinate meetings, appointments, and court appearances.
- Maintain attorney calendars and ensure timely reminders of deadlines.
- Handle telephone calls, take messages, and direct inquiries appropriately.
- Process expense reports and invoices.
- Assist with trial preparation, including organizing exhibits and witness files.
- Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
- Perform other administrative duties as assigned.
Desired Experience:
Candidates should possess a strong background in legal secretarial work, ideally with experience in one or more of the following areas:
- Insurance company staff counsel
- Defense firm
- Plaintiff firm
- Personal injury litigation
While 5+ years of relevant experience is preferred, candidates with less experience but a strong alignment with the desired areas will also be considered.
Qualifications:
- Proven experience as a Legal Secretary.
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Familiarity with legal terminology and court procedures.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality.