Legal Administrative Assistant

We’re seeking a sharp legal assistant for our busy law firm who can help our attorneys and paralegals assist clients and keep the office running smoothly. You’ll work with the team to prepare a variety of legal documents, and handle office correspondence like answering emails and phone calls, scheduling meetings and travel, and reminding the team of upcoming deadlines. If you’re an excellent multitasker who thrives in a fast-paced environment, we want to hear from you!

$55,000 - $65,000 yearly

• Complete legal research as needed under the supervision of attorneys and paralegals
• Assist with the creation of various litigation documents, including pleadings, motions, subpoenas, affidavits, contracts, and briefs for case preparation, and proofread documents a needed
• Process client billing properly using daily time records with help from the accounting department
• Take care of administrative tasks and office correspondence by answering phone calls and emails, communicating with opposing attorney offices, taking dictation, and informing the team of upcoming deadlines
• Make travel arrangements, schedule meetings and appointments for the team, such as depositions, and coordinate with outside vendors for events

• Maintain attorney calendar as well as diary-appropriate dates
• E-filing

• Candidates should be able to type at least 50 words per minute
• Some college is preferred; high school diploma or equivalent is required
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines with quick turnaround times
• Ability to comfortably use all Microsoft Office products
• Some knowledge of legal software, case management, and docketing programs

• At least 3-5 years of previous legal experience, preferably in personal injury

At Michigan Workers' Comp Lawyers, we’ve spent over 40 years fighting for injured workers and their families throughout Michigan. We specialize in workers’ compensation and Social Security disability claims, standing up to insurers and employers to ensure clients receive the medical care, wage-loss benefits, and vocational support they deserve. Our team has earned hundreds of 5-star reviews and achieved more top-reported settlements in the state than most other firms.

We believe excellence is neither accidental nor optional: when we accept a case, we give it the full weight of our experience, resources, and compassion. If you’re driven by results, care deeply about justice, and want to be part of a team where client service and integrity matter, this is the place for you.