Legal Assistant: Insurance Defense

Garan Lucow Miller is seeking a proactive, detail-oriented Legal Assistant to support our growing and busy insurance defense team. This role is ideal for someone with litigation experience who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys keeping cases—and attorneys—on track.

What You'll Do:

• Prepare and proofread legal documents (pleadings, motions, discovery, etc.)
• Handle electronic filing with state and federal courts
• Manage attorney calendars and coordinate hearings, depositions, and meetings
• Organize case files and discovery materials
• Communicate with clients, courts, and opposing counsel

What You Bring:

• 2+ years of experience as a legal assistant (insurance defense preferred)
• Proficiency in MS Office and legal case management tools
• Strong knowledge of Michigan litigation procedures and court rules
• Organization, communication, and time management skills
• Excellent dictation skills are a plus!

Why Join Us:

• Full-time position, pay based on experience (range $50,000 - $65,000)
• Medical insurance, plus dental/vision, and HRA
• Generous PTO + 401K
• Short- and long-term disability & life insurance
• Hybrid work flexibility after initial probationary period

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person