Legal Secretary
Legal secretary job in Detroit, MI
Wilson Elser is a leading defense litigation law firm with more than 1300 attorneys in 43 offices throughout the United States. Founded in 1978, we rank among the top 100 law firms identified by The American Lawyer and 36 in the National Law Journal's survey of the nation's largest law firms. We're also Mansfield Certified Plus.
Our firm is committed to attracting and retaining professionals who value each other and the service we provide by embracing Teamwork, Collaboration, Client Service, and Innovation. If you are a motivated professional looking for a long-term fit where you can grow in a role, and will be valued and empowered, then we invite you to apply to our Legal Secretary position in our Livonia Office.
Following 30 days of employment, this role offers a flexible hybrid schedule with three in-office days and two remote workdays per week. Please note that this arrangement is subject to change based on business needs.
The Position
This is an excellent opportunity for legal professionals seeking to expand their careers who are interested in gaining fast-paced professional experience with a national law firm.
Key Responsibilities:
Draft and prepare professional correspondence with attention to detail and tone.
Manage court filings, including both e-filing and traditional methods, ensuring deadlines are met and procedures followed.
Coordinate and scheduling depositions, motion hearings client meetings, and other key events; proactively maintain and update attorney calendars.
Organize, maintain, and retrieve documents within our document management system to support case teams and ensure smooth workflow.
Initiate the file-opening process for new matters, ensuring accuracy and adherence to firm protocols.
Process vendor invoices and check requests efficiently, while liaising with accounting to ensure timely payments and issue resolution.
Take on a variety of administrative and case support tasks as needed.
Demonstrate a proactive mindset and willingness to grow by embracing new responsibilities and taking on challenging assignments.
Qualifications
At least 2+ years of hands-on experience in insurance defense litigation, with a solid understanding of case lifecycle and client service. expectations.
Proven experience navigating both state and federal court systems, including familiarity with court rules, procedures, and filing requirements.
Ability to thrive in a collaborative team-based environment, providing seamless support to multiple attorneys.
Excellent organizational skills and the ability to prioritize effectively in a high-volume, fast-paced setting.
Excellent typing skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel).
Clear, concise written and verbal communication paired with sharp attention to detail.
Experience with iManage or similar document management systems is a plus.
Why Should You Apply?
Benefits: Outstanding benefits package, including 401k match and generous PTO plan
Career Growth: Ample opportunities for professional development and advancement
Employee Perks: Access to corporate discount plans and other benefits
Wilson Elser welcomes submissions of candidates for our open positions exclusively from recruitment agencies with an active, signed fee agreement who have been granted access to a position through our dedicated Recruitment Agency Portal. We are unable to consider submissions from recruitment agencies without a current (dated as of 7/1/2024) agreement in place. We appreciate your understanding. For collaboration inquiries or to establish an agreement, please contact us at *********************************.
Wilson Elser is committed to a collegial work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. It is the Firm's policy that employment will be based on merit, qualifications, and competence. Further, employment decisions will be made without regard to an applicants race, color, age, sex, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, physical or mental disability, status as a victim of domestic violence, sex offenses, or stalking, past or present service in the uniformed services or application or obligation to serve in the uniformed services, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Wilson Elser endeavors to make the Wilson Elser website accessible to any and all users. You may review our Accessibility Policy here.
California Residents may review our CCPA notice for applicants and employees here.
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Auto-ApplyLegal Secretary
Legal secretary job in Detroit, MI
Job Title: Legal Secretary
We are seeking a dedicated Legal Secretary to join our team. As a Legal Secretary, you will be responsible for providing administrative support to our legal staff and ensuring smooth day-to-day operations in the legal department.
Key Responsibilities:
Prepare and file legal documents such as briefs, pleadings, appeals, contracts, and other legal forms
Manage attorney calendars, appointments, and travel arrangements
Organize and maintain legal files and documents
Answer phone calls, take messages, and handle correspondence
Coordinate meetings, hearings, and depositions
Requirements:
Proven experience working as a Legal Secretary or in a similar role
Strong knowledge of legal terminology and procedures
Proficiency in MS Office and legal software
Excellent communication and organizational skills
Ability to prioritize tasks and work under pressure
If you are a detail-oriented individual with a passion for the legal field, we would love to hear from you. Join our team and contribute to our mission of delivering high-quality legal services.
Legal Secretary - Commercial Direct Placement - Greenburg Traurig
Legal secretary job in Detroit, MI
Legal Support Specialist (Legal Secretary) Employment Type: Full-Time, Experienced - Employer will be Greenburg Traurig Department: Legal Services CGS is seeking an experienced Legal Secretary to provide high-level administrative, clerical, and legal support for Greenburg Traurig, a large global law firm.
CGS brings motivated, highly skilled, and creative people together to solve the government's most dynamic problems with cutting-edge technology.
To carry out our mission, we are seeking candidates who are excited to contribute to government innovation, appreciate collaboration, and can anticipate the needs of others.
Here at CGS, we offer an environment in which our employees feel supported, and we encourage professional growth through various learning opportunities.
Skills and attributes for success:- Handles scheduling and travel arrangements.
Schedules court appearances, depositions, arbitrations, mediations, client meetings and conference calls; arranges business itineraries and coordinates lawyers' travel arrangements; processes travel reimbursement, maintains calendar and due dates for lawyers as required- Sorts, reads and annotates incoming mail and documents as required.
Answers phones and directs callers to appropriate persons as circumstances warrant- Types and composes general correspondence, memos, legal documents, faxes, reports, etc.
from various sources.
Responsible for accuracy and clarity of final copy.
Ensures that all correspondence or other documentation is dispatched in a timely manner (via mail, messenger, express delivery services, etc.
)- Prepares draft documents such as briefs, complaints, motions, subpoenas, summonses, using firm templates and information from attorneys.
Prepares motion binders and special working binders- Coordinates multi-document filings in Federal, Circuit and State courts, including E-filings- Establishes and maintains filing and records, in both hard copy and electronic formats.
- Enters lawyers' time as needed and sends to accounting by month-end deadlines.
Prepares client billing as required- Oversees and conducts document reviews; prepares documentation regarding criteria changes; tracks and reports on review progress and results- Performs analytical tasks, including preparing witness interview memoranda, reviewing and summarizing documents and deposition and court transcripts and creating and using substantive coding tools- Performs and oversees both simple and complex cite checking and proof reading of briefs and other legal documents- Assists with trial preparation, including creating trial notebooks, identifying and organizing exhibits, coordinating witness schedules, maintaining trial calendars and communicating effectively with opposing counsel and courtroom staff- Assists with printing, scanning, organizing exhibit binders, preparing UPS labels and certified letters- Assists with other department activities as needed, and performs additional duties and responsibilities as assigned Skills & Competencies:- Proficiency with rules for court document filings- Comprehension of a variety of legal court documents, including complaints, answers, rulings, judgments, affidavits, motions, appeals, table of contents/authorities, subpoenas, court dockets, reports, memos and correspondence- Strong ability to maintain high standards, use good judgment and seek out ways to contribute and anticipate needs- Strong attention to detail, organizational skills and ability to manage time effectively- Excellent interpersonal skills, communication skills and the ability to collaborate well in a team- Position also requires the ability to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines Qualifications:- Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience preferred- Minimum 10 years of experience in a law firm as a Litigation legal secretary/assistant- Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite applications including Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook, as well as document management and other office technologies, expertise in e-filing- Exceptional computer skills with the ability to learn new software applications quickly Our Commitment: Contact Government Services (CGS) strives to simplify and enhance government bureaucracy through the optimization of human, technical, and financial resources.
We combine cutting-edge technology with world-class personnel to deliver customized solutions that fit our client's specific needs.
We are committed to solving the most challenging and dynamic problems.
For the past seven years, we've been growing our government-contracting portfolio, and along the way, we've created valuable partnerships by demonstrating a commitment to honesty, professionalism, and quality work.
Here at CGS we value honesty through hard work and self-awareness, professionalism in all we do, and to deliver the best quality to our consumers mending those relations for years to come.
Contact Government Services, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Applicants will be considered without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Join our team and become part of government innovation! Explore additional job opportunities with CGS on our Job Board:*******************
com/join-our-team/ For more information about CGS please visit: ************
cgsfederal.
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Auto-ApplyLegal Secretary
Legal secretary job in Detroit, MI
Job Description
Wilson Elser is a leading defense litigation law firm with more than 1300 attorneys in 43 offices throughout the United States. Founded in 1978, we rank among the top 100 law firms identified by The American Lawyer and 36 in the National Law Journal's survey of the nation's largest law firms. We're also Mansfield Certified Plus.
Our firm is committed to attracting and retaining professionals who value each other and the service we provide by embracing Teamwork, Collaboration, Client Service, and Innovation. If you are a motivated professional looking for a long-term fit where you can grow in a role, and will be valued and empowered, then we invite you to apply to our Legal Secretary position in our Livonia Office.
Following 30 days of employment, this role offers a flexible hybrid schedule with three in-office days and two remote workdays per week. Please note that this arrangement is subject to change based on business needs.
The Position
This is an excellent opportunity for legal professionals seeking to expand their careers who are interested in gaining fast-paced professional experience with a national law firm.
Key Responsibilities:
Draft and prepare professional correspondence with attention to detail and tone.
Manage court filings, including both e-filing and traditional methods, ensuring deadlines are met and procedures followed.
Coordinate and scheduling depositions, motion hearings client meetings, and other key events; proactively maintain and update attorney calendars.
Organize, maintain, and retrieve documents within our document management system to support case teams and ensure smooth workflow.
Initiate the file-opening process for new matters, ensuring accuracy and adherence to firm protocols.
Process vendor invoices and check requests efficiently, while liaising with accounting to ensure timely payments and issue resolution.
Take on a variety of administrative and case support tasks as needed.
Demonstrate a proactive mindset and willingness to grow by embracing new responsibilities and taking on challenging assignments.
Qualifications
At least 2+ years of hands-on experience in insurance defense litigation, with a solid understanding of case lifecycle and client service. expectations.
Proven experience navigating both state and federal court systems, including familiarity with court rules, procedures, and filing requirements.
Ability to thrive in a collaborative team-based environment, providing seamless support to multiple attorneys.
Excellent organizational skills and the ability to prioritize effectively in a high-volume, fast-paced setting.
Excellent typing skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel).
Clear, concise written and verbal communication paired with sharp attention to detail.
Experience with iManage or similar document management systems is a plus.
Why Should You Apply?
Benefits: Outstanding benefits package, including 401k match and generous PTO plan
Career Growth: Ample opportunities for professional development and advancement
Employee Perks: Access to corporate discount plans and other benefits
Wilson Elser welcomes submissions of candidates for our open positions exclusively from recruitment agencies with an active, signed fee agreement who have been granted access to a position through our dedicated Recruitment Agency Portal. We are unable to consider submissions from recruitment agencies without a current (dated as of 7/1/2024) agreement in place. We appreciate your understanding. For collaboration inquiries or to establish an agreement, please contact us at talentacquisition@wilsonelser.com.
Wilson Elser is committed to a collegial work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. It is the Firm's policy that employment will be based on merit, qualifications, and competence. Further, employment decisions will be made without regard to an applicants race, color, age, sex, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, physical or mental disability, status as a victim of domestic violence, sex offenses, or stalking, past or present service in the uniformed services or application or obligation to serve in the uniformed services, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Wilson Elser endeavors to make the Wilson Elser website accessible to any and all users. You may review our Accessibility Policy here.
California Residents may review our CCPA notice for applicants and employees here.
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Legal Secretary - Litigation
Legal secretary job in Troy, MI
Job DescriptionDescriptionAs a Legal Secretary at Bodman, you will work closely with administrative support staff (word processing, office services, and receptionists) to transcribe and type correspondence, memoranda and time records as well as perform a variety of secretarial duties for attorneys, according to established policies and procedures. Maintain positive contact with your team, clients, attorneys, and administrative professionals and observe confidentiality of client matters.
Key Responsibilities· Transcribe and prepare correspondence, memoranda, and other legal documents from written and oral drafts. Assist in case management through mediation and/or trial, including preparation of discovery, correspondence, memoranda, Judicial Council forms, briefs, and other legal documents. · Input attorney's time and ensure that timesheets are delivered to appropriate person in a timely manner.· Finalize, file, and prepare pleadings for service in State, Federal, and Appellate Courts (including e-filing and e-service).· Contact clients, courts, counsel, experts, witnesses, etc. via phone, e-mail, and/or correspondence to act as a liaison in scheduling/coordinating meetings, depositions, etc.· Update and maintain attorney calendars with all court hearings, meetings, depositions, mediations, and expert depositions. · Set up and maintain client records and filing system.· Request conflict of interest checks.· Ability to draft and proof simple pleadings and correspondence, as directed.· Review incoming mail to determine urgency and work with attorneys accordingly.· Retain court reporters, videographers, and interpreters, as necessary.· Coordinate projects that may be complex in nature.· Maintain good public relations with clients and observe confidentiality of attorney‐client relationship.· Work with junior and senior level attorneys on your team with unique practices.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise· A resourceful mindset, with a desire to explore and learn new skills and technology.· 5+ years of legal litigation secretarial experience supporting senior level executives as well as another practice area such as corporate or labor/employment.· Ability to transcribe legal documents, correspondence and reports from rough drafts or dictation proficiently and accurately.
· Possess excellent proofreading abilities for law office correspondence and legal case matters, and the ability to perform non‐complex arithmetic calculations when verifying calculations on forms and documents.· Ability to organize and prioritize numerous tasks and complete them under time constraints.· Possess excellent interpersonal skills - one who can communicate effectively in a courteous and diplomatic fashion as you will service and partner with a diverse group of clients, attorneys and administrative professionals.
PARALEGAL (PROSECUTOR'S OFFICE)
Legal secretary job in Flint, MI
Starting Pay: $20.9356 Hourly ($43,546) Step A: $22.8750 Hourly ($47,580) Step B: $26.2558 Hourly ($54,612) Step C: $26.9663 Hourly ($56,090) Step D: $27.6529 Hourly ($57,518) Step E: $28.3933 Hourly ($59,058) Step F: $29.1688 Hourly ($60,671)
Step G: $29.9923 Hourly ($62,384)
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice, Social Work, Pre-Law/Social Science or an equivalent law related field;
-OR-
Associate degree in an accredited Paralegal Program, Criminal Justice or other social science field -AND- one (1) year of experience as a Paralegal;
-OR-
Legal Assistant Certification -AND- one (1) year experience as a secretary in a legal setting;
-OR-
Passing score on Genesee County Legal Assistant Competency Exam -AND- three (3) years' experience in a Prosecuting Attorney's office or Law Enforcement Office (state, local or federal);
-OR-
Five (5) years' experience as a Paralegal, Judicial Secretary or Secretary in a legal setting.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must be able to perform Essential Job Duties and Functions with or without reasonable accommodations.
JOB SUMMARY: Performs responsible para-professional tasks as assigned by assistant prosecuting attorneys; research legal questions, prepares initial orders and drafts petitions, motions, complaints, answers and investigative subpoenas; attends court hearings, serves as the extradition point of contact for the office; processes forfeitures and responds to mail inquiries; works under general supervision; performs related duties as required.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND FUNCTIONS:
Prepares various legal documents necessary to the criminal justice process,
neglect-abuse process, child support process or civil law process with or without clerical assistance.
Performs legal research using Westlaw and writing assignments as required.
Drafting and formatting the table of authorities in the briefs and checking legal citations for proper formatting.
Assists attorneys in the courtroom, including gathering witnesses, liaising with law enforcement, review of pleadings, correspondence and other information required.
In civil cases- Conducts personal, detailed interviews with clients and potential clients.
Compiles and reviews information to draft plea agreements and/or make recommendations for disposition of assigned cases.
Track cases and performs necessary follow up assignments.
Ensures the terms of sentence are properly requested, ordered and entered and liaises with Probation Department.
Ensures that witness list are correct and subpoenas are prepared and that they are properly served in compliance with court rules.
Coordinates with DHHS relative to referrals to this office and ensures compliance with procedure.
Liaises with various clerks of court relative to matters to be filed and information to be exchanged.
Please see the attached job description for more details.
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Foreclosure Paralegal (Michigan)
Legal secretary job in Troy, MI
Foreclosure Paralegal - Troy, MI Agility 360 is searching for a Foreclosure Paralegal for a direct hire position with our law client located in Troy, Michigan. You will be responsible for ensuring a smooth running of the office and utilize effective case management skills. The ideal candidate will have previous default servicing experience and must be self-motivated. This is a full-time, on-site position so reliable transportation is a must.
Responsibilities
Provide administrative support to the Foreclosure Manager and Attorneys and enhance office efficiency
Handle communication with clients, borrowers, etc
Conduct investigations and statistical/documentary research
Locate and develop case relevant information
Draft and file basic legal documents and correspondence
Answer and direct phone calls
Maintain up-to-date contact lists
Monitor deadlines and navigate multiple calendars
Skills
1 - 3 years of Paralegal experience
Familiarity with law, legal procedures and protocols, and court system
Satisfactory knowledge of day-to-day operations of a legal office
Working knowledge of case management software
Excellent secretarial and organizational skills
Ability to juggle multiple activities and work under pressure
Prefer experience in BKFS; TEMPO; ADR; DRA
Proficient in running PACER and SCRA
Communicate with clients and borrowers, and the Courts
File pleadings with the Courts
Details
Direct hire position with our client
Pay: $50,000 - $60,000 per year (based on experience)
On-site position in Troy, MI
Employment is contingent on passing a background check and drug screening
Trademark Paralegal
Legal secretary job in Birmingham, MI
IP/Trademark Paralegal Job Description
The IP/Trademark Paralegal will be responsible for providing legal support to the IP/Trademark team of our client. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of IP law, as well as experience working with trademarks.
Responsibilities:
Drafting and reviewing trademark applications and registrations
Conducting trademark searches
Responding to trademark inquiries and oppositions
Managing trademark portfolios
Providing legal advice to clients on IP matters
Qualifications:
3+ years of experience working in an IP law firm or corporate IP department
Strong understanding of IP law, including trademarks
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
To apply for this position, please send your resume and cover letter to **********************
Paralegal (1445432)
Legal secretary job in Auburn Hills, MI
ONSITE 3-5 days/week in Auburn Hills, MI
The Legal Assistant/Paralegal provides support to company dealership realty team including leadership, agents, and internal/external legal counsel members. The primary objective of this role is to assist, project manage and coordinate specific aspects of dealership real estate transactions under the guidance of our Transaction and Option Portfolio Manager.
Examples of responsibilities include but are not limited to drafting, reviewing, and garnering approval of real estate documents, exhibit reviews, record keeping, collection of documentation, notary public services, submitting financial requests, tracking of environmental and real estate contract approval flow, and final record retention, maintaining two (2) record keeping and approval databases. Essentially, this position has exposure to all levels and matters of dealership real estate transactions, including associated operations, financial and legal.
Requirements:
ONSITE 3-5 days/week
The ideal candidate will meet the following required qualifications:
Bachelor's degree
Required to be or become a notary public for the purposes of notarizing legal documents
2+ years of experience working as a corporate or commercial real estate paralegal/professional/administrator/property manager for a law firm, a real estate company or equivalent
Proficient understanding of the real estate process including demonstrating comprehension of related transactional and legal work
Comprehension of all real estate related documentation, including purchase or sale contracts, leases, options, agreements, letters of understanding, etc.
Detail oriented with excellent project management and organizational skill set
Ability to exhibit resourcefulness, forward thinking and time management
Demonstrated ability to manage challenges - provide and implement appropriate solutions
Strong presentation and communications skills (written and verbal)
Ability to establish and maintain positive, professional working relationships with both internal and external individuals and groups
Excellent proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Suite software programs (PowerPoint, Excel, Sheets, Word, Docs)
Preferred qualifications include the following:
Paralegal certificate
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Paralegal
Legal secretary job in Berkley, MI
The Paralegal assists the General Counsel with legal projects involving commercial real estate transactions, primarily title and survey review, loans, easements, and dispositions. The paralegal drafts various real estate documents for review by the General Counsel.
Roles and Responsibilities
Prepare drafts of various documents incident to real estate transactions, including loan documents, easements, and construction agreements.
Open title on all real estate transactions and send email of critical dates to all parties.
Review and prepare all documents for real estate closings; coordinate signing and circulating all documents. Ensure all documents are filed in project files and perform general file cleanup.
Review and prepare all documents for loan closings; coordinate signing and circulating all documents. Ensure all documents are filed in Project Files and perform general file cleanup.
Assist General Counsel in preparing and updating a library of legal forms, reviewing and organizing other company contracts and documents and other such legal projects in real estate, construction law, and employment law as needed.
Create new entities and manage all entities: file annual reports, state registrations, and manage Cogency relationship.
Perform legal research as directed internally by the General Counsel.
Use technical knowledge and experience to evaluate documents and prepare presentation material related to construction claims.
Perform periodic litigation support, including drafting responses to subpoenas and document discovery.
Other duties as required.
Requirements
Undergraduate degree and/or paralegal certificate.
Experience with real estate transactions, including purchases, sales and leases of commercial real estate.
Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate detailed and complex information to others.
Strong organizational and time management skills, including the ability to organize self and others.
High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and excellent proofreading skills.
Ability to work effectively independently and within a team environment.
Ability to work well under pressure, in a dynamic environment, including responding to urgent situations as needed, prioritizing multiple business objectives, and meeting deadlines and milestones for projects assigned.
Able to discreetly handle confidential and sensitive information.
In-House Paralegal
Legal secretary job in Novi, MI
In-House Paralegal | The Shyft Group (TSG) | Novi, MI Regular Employee | Salary Non-Exempt What you'll do: As In-House Paralegal based at our US headquarters in Novi, MI, you will be accountable for providing legal support to the Group General Counsel across a wide range of legal and governance matters and occasionally assist with Novi office management responsibilities.
Additionally, you will help drive operational excellence by managing and optimizing legal technologies, billing systems, matter management tools, and contract lifecycle management solutions.
Core Responsibilities
* Provide legal and governance support to the General Counsel
* Maintain contract templates and manage document databases
* Coordinate litigation intake, legal holds, and subpoena tracking
* Liaise with outside counsel on intellectual property matters
* Assist with compliance programs and regulatory filings
* Optimize legal tech tools, billing systems, and workflows
* Manage legal vendor relationships and onboarding
* Support Novi office operations and administrative needs
What you need to be successful:
* Associate degree or higher
* Paralegal Certification
* 3+ years of experience in a law firm or in-house legal team
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
* Strong project management and organizational skills.
* Excellent written and verbal communication.
Why The Shyft Group?
Our people are our greatest asset, and your success is our success! That's why we provide comprehensive benefits that support your health, financial security, and work-life balance-so you can thrive both personally and professionally.
* Health & Wellness: Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA/FSA, Wellness Plan
* Financial Security: 401(k) with match, Disability, Life Insurance
* Work/Life & Growth: Educational Reimbursement, EAP, Dependent Care
At The Shyft Group, we don't just offer benefits-we invest in your well-being. Join us and experience the difference!
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)
The Shyft Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply, please email us at *************************.
The Shyft Group is an E-Verify Employer
Shyft uses E-Verify, which is an online system operated by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security in partnership with the Social Security Administration to verify employment eligibility and validate social security numbers. Through participation in the E-Verify program, information entered on Form I-9 will be provided and compared to information available at both of these agencies. See posters for more details. E-Verify Notice U.S. Right to Work Notice.
Paralegal HR & Compliance
Legal secretary job in Novi, MI
Job Description
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Contract & NDA Management
Draft, review, and track NDAs, service agreements, consulting agreements, and vendor contracts
Maintain centralized contract repository and manage document lifecycle from initiation to renewal or termination
Ensure proper execution, storage, and version control of all legal agreements
Coordinate with internal stakeholders and external counsel as needed for contract review and negotiation
Compliance & HR Support
Assist in maintaining compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations
Support HR compliance initiatives including employee record audits, policy updates, and required training documentation
Monitor and track regulatory updates affecting employment law and company compliance obligations
Help prepare and manage documentation for audits, investigations, and certifications (e.g., ISO, OSHA, EEOC)
Prepare and disseminate training on policies and compliance topics
Policy & Documentation Management
Support development, communication, and enforcement of company policies and procedures
Manage document retention schedules and ensure confidentiality of sensitive information
Prepare summaries, reports, and presentations on compliance status or risk areas
General Legal Support
Conduct legal research and prepare summaries or recommendations for internal stakeholders.
Assist with due diligence, corporate filings, and other routine legal administrative functions.
Serve as liaison between Legal, HR, and other departments to facilitate consistent application of company policies.
Paralegal II
Legal secretary job in Detroit, MI
ROLE We need an experienced Paralegal II at the Social Security Administration (SSA) Office of the General Counsel (OGC), Law and Policy (LP). LP provides legal services to all SSA components and defends the agency's interests in litigation, particularly through its Program Litigation Divisions (PLD), which manage over 15,000 federal cases annually in collaboration with the Department of Justice. In this role, you will provide paralegal support services to PLD attorneys, including reviewing and routing legal documents, responding to inquiries, organizing and preparing case materials, and maintaining case management systems. You will also support litigation tasks by analyzing case-related information, drafting responses, and coordinating with federal courts, U.S. Attorneys' Offices, and other agencies. This is a full-time opportunity. We can offer a competitive salary, and a comprehensive benefits package.
Apply today!
RESPONSIBILITIES
Review incoming mail and electronic information from litigants, representatives, attorneys, courts, and other government filing systems, including complaints, briefs, court orders, and transcripts
Route items for filing or necessary action and track case-related information in litigation docketing systems to ensure timely completion of actions
Respond to inquiries of a routine nature from outside entities, including U.S. Attorneys' Offices, DOJ entities, other Federal agencies, or SSA components
Assist in the review, organization, and preparation of legal documents such as Answers, Motions for Extensions, and other pleadings, including reviewing and correcting deficiencies in case files
File legal documents in court and ensure compliance with court filing systems such as PACER
Identify factual and legal allegations in federal complaints, determine appropriate responses, and draft affirmative defenses or answers
Analyze, evaluate, and present case-related information orally and in writing, using appropriate legal reasoning and organization
Communicate effectively with attorneys, court staff, Federal agencies, SSA components, plaintiffs' attorneys, and litigants
Coordinate and attend in-person or virtual meetings with assigned PLD staff
Log time and case activity in SSA's Matter Management System (OMMS)
REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE
Comprehensive knowledge of legal support and research principles, sources, and procedures, as well as electronic case management and other systems
Demonstrate the ability to analyze, evaluate, interpret, explain, and present, orally and in writing, relevant procedures, findings, and conclusions using appropriate language, legal reasoning, and organization of facts, rule, law, and ideas
Knowledge of docketing/case management principles, including electronic management systems
Knowledge of the basic legal principles, statutes, regulations, and federal rules that apply to litigation at the federal district court and circuit court levels, and to administrative bodies, as well as knowledge of federal jurisdictional requirements
Knowledge of the application of statutes, regulations, policy, and rules pertaining to Program Litigation practice area to provide attorney support
Knowledge of terminology and the ability to correctly identify the nature and purpose of documents
Ability to identify the factual and legal allegations in federal court complaints, determine the appropriate response for each allegation, and draft affirmative defenses or answers to be filed with the federal district court
Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, to elicit case-related information from, and convey case-related information to, attorneys or other offices and components, including U.S. Attorneys Offices, other Federal agencies, SSA components, plaintiff's attorneys, plaintiffs, or litigants.
Knowledge for court filing systems (e.g., PACER)
REQUIRED EDUCATION / CERTIFICATIONS
Associate's degree in paralegal or legal studies OR equivalent
LOCATION
Remote
CLEARANCE
US Citizenship
CLIENT
Social Security Administration (SSA), Program Litigation Division (PLD)
TRAVEL
No travel required.
WORK HOURS
Full time = 40 hours a week, 8 hours a day
EMPLOYMENT CLASSIFICATION
W2 Classification
RELOCATION
Not eligible for relocation benefits.
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Strategy is an Equal Opportunity (EEO) employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to
race, color, creed, religion, gender, sexual orientation, ancestry, national origin, age, marital status, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition, pregnancy, political affiliation, military or veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by federal or state law.
Other Considerations:
applicants will be subject to a background investigation. Individual's primary workstation is in an office area. The noise level in this environment is low to moderate. Regularly required to sit for extended periods up to 80% of the time; frequently required to move about to access file cabinets and use office equipment such as PC, copier, fax, telephone, cell phone, etc. Occasionally required to reach overhead, bend, and lift objects of up to 10 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include the use of computer monitor screens up to 80% of the time.
Auto-ApplyPatent Paralegal
Legal secretary job in Detroit, MI
SourcePro Search has a fantastic opportunity for a top-notch Patent Prosecution Paralegal, for the Detroit office of a leading global firm. The ideal candidate has:
a Bachelor's degree
and 4+ years of patent prosecution experience in a mid to large sized law firm.
This role offers an excellent compensation and benefits package.****************************
PARALEGAL
Legal secretary job in Dearborn, MI
Global Channel Management is a technology company that specializes in various types of recruiting and staff augmentation. Our account managers and recruiters have over a decade of experience in various verticals. GCM understands the challenges companies face when it comes to the skills and experience needed to fill the void of the day to day function. Organizations need to reduce training and labor costs but at same requiring the best "talent " for the job.
Qualifications
JOB FUNCTIONS: Provide support & documentation for drafting
responses Schedule conference calls Manage conference calls (take
minutes, complete applicable forms documentation, etc.) Prepare
Discovery Tracking logs Conduct searches in multiple databases and
applications Draft Responses Establish foldering (multiple documents to
be included in one folder) structure for documents Schedule custodian
interviews Produce and manage document production Create/submit/track
request Attend team meetings
SKILLS: Able to
demonstrate ability to conduct key term searches Able to demonstrate
ability to provide customer service Able to demonstrate ability to be a
team player Able to demonstrate problem solving abilities & critical
thinking skills Able to demonstrate good communication skills
(verbal/written) Able to demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft Word;
Microsoft Excel; Microsoft Office and Lotus Notes Able to demonstrate
organizational skills and ability to multi -task Able to demonstrate
proficiency in searching in law databases (i.e. Westlaw, Lexus Nexus,
etc.) Able to demonstrate time and task management skills
EXPERIENCE:
3-5 years industry experience EDUCATION: Required: Paralegal or Legal
Assistant certificate Required: 4-year Bachelors Degree
Additional Information
$22/hr
12 months
Legal Secretary - Commercial Direct Placement - Greenburg Traurig
Legal secretary job in Detroit, MI
Job DescriptionLegal Support Specialist (Legal Secretary) Employment Type: Full-Time, Experienced - Employer will be Greenburg Traurig Department: Legal Services CGS is seeking an experienced Legal Secretary to provide high-level administrative, clerical, and legal support for Greenburg Traurig, a large global law firm. CGS brings motivated, highly skilled, and creative people together to solve the government's most dynamic problems with cutting-edge technology. To carry out our mission, we are seeking candidates who are excited to contribute to government innovation, appreciate collaboration, and can anticipate the needs of others. Here at CGS, we offer an environment in which our employees feel supported, and we encourage professional growth through various learning opportunities. Skills and attributes for success:- Handles scheduling and travel arrangements. Schedules court appearances, depositions, arbitrations, mediations, client meetings and conference calls; arranges business itineraries and coordinates lawyers' travel arrangements; processes travel reimbursement, maintains calendar and due dates for lawyers as required- Sorts, reads and annotates incoming mail and documents as required. Answers phones and directs callers to appropriate persons as circumstances warrant- Types and composes general correspondence, memos, legal documents, faxes, reports, etc. from various sources. Responsible for accuracy and clarity of final copy. Ensures that all correspondence or other documentation is dispatched in a timely manner (via mail, messenger, express delivery services, etc.)- Prepares draft documents such as briefs, complaints, motions, subpoenas, summonses, using firm templates and information from attorneys. Prepares motion binders and special working binders- Coordinates multi-document filings in Federal, Circuit and State courts, including E-filings- Establishes and maintains filing and records, in both hard copy and electronic formats.- Enters lawyers' time as needed and sends to accounting by month-end deadlines. Prepares client billing as required- Oversees and conducts document reviews; prepares documentation regarding criteria changes; tracks and reports on review progress and results- Performs analytical tasks, including preparing witness interview memoranda, reviewing and summarizing documents and deposition and court transcripts and creating and using substantive coding tools- Performs and oversees both simple and complex cite checking and proof reading of briefs and other legal documents- Assists with trial preparation, including creating trial notebooks, identifying and organizing exhibits, coordinating witness schedules, maintaining trial calendars and communicating effectively with opposing counsel and courtroom staff- Assists with printing, scanning, organizing exhibit binders, preparing UPS labels and certified letters- Assists with other department activities as needed, and performs additional duties and responsibilities as assigned Skills & Competencies:- Proficiency with rules for court document filings- Comprehension of a variety of legal court documents, including complaints, answers, rulings, judgments, affidavits, motions, appeals, table of contents/authorities, subpoenas, court dockets, reports, memos and correspondence- Strong ability to maintain high standards, use good judgment and seek out ways to contribute and anticipate needs- Strong attention to detail, organizational skills and ability to manage time effectively- Excellent interpersonal skills, communication skills and the ability to collaborate well in a team- Position also requires the ability to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines Qualifications:- Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience preferred- Minimum 10 years of experience in a law firm as a Litigation legal secretary/assistant- Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite applications including Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook, as well as document management and other office technologies, expertise in e-filing- Exceptional computer skills with the ability to learn new software applications quickly Our Commitment: Contact Government Services (CGS) strives to simplify and enhance government bureaucracy through the optimization of human, technical, and financial resources. We combine cutting-edge technology with world-class personnel to deliver customized solutions that fit our client's specific needs. We are committed to solving the most challenging and dynamic problems. For the past seven years, we've been growing our government-contracting portfolio, and along the way, we've created valuable partnerships by demonstrating a commitment to honesty, professionalism, and quality work. Here at CGS we value honesty through hard work and self-awareness, professionalism in all we do, and to deliver the best quality to our consumers mending those relations for years to come. Contact Government Services, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants will be considered without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Join our team and become part of government innovation! Explore additional job opportunities with CGS on our Job Board:************************************* For more information about CGS please visit: ************************** or contact:Email: ******************* #CJ
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
Easy ApplyWord Processor
Legal secretary job in Detroit, MI
Job DescriptionDescriptionWe are looking for a full-time evening word processor for our Detroit office. hours are Monday - Friday, 12pm - 8pm Key ResponsibilitiesType, edit and transcribe legal documents and handwritten materials received from attorneys and their assistants in a busy law office. Proofread and redline documents to ensure accuracy of material, grammar and punctuation.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
Previous experience of 2-5 years in a legal or professional environment preferred.
Must possess excellent typing skills; proficient in Microsoft Word, including styling.
Knowledge of legal terms preferred.
Ability to organize and prioritize numerous tasks and complete them under time constraints.
Strong attention to detail.
Ability to proofread typed material for grammatical, typographical or spelling errors.
Must be self-motivated, with the ability to work quickly, efficiently and confidently without close supervision.
PARALEGAL (PROSECUTOR'S OFFICE)
Legal secretary job in Flint, MI
Starting Pay: $20.9356 Hourly ($43,546) Step A: $22.8750 Hourly ($47,580) Step B: $26.2558 Hourly ($54,612) Step C: $26.9663 Hourly ($56,090) Step D: $27.6529 Hourly ($57,518) Step E: $28.3933 Hourly ($59,058)
Step F: $29.1688 Hourly ($60,671)
Step G: $29.9923 Hourly ($62,384)
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice, Social Work, Pre-Law\/Social Science or an equivalent law related field;
* OR-
Associate degree in an accredited Paralegal Program, Criminal Justice or other social science field -AND- one (1) year of experience as a Paralegal;
* OR-
Legal Assistant Certification -AND- one (1) year experience as a secretary in a legal setting;
* OR-
Passing score on Genesee County Legal Assistant Competency Exam -AND- three (3) years' experience in a Prosecuting Attorney's office or Law Enforcement Office (state, local or federal);
* OR-
Five (5) years' experience as a Paralegal, Judicial Secretary or Secretary in a legal setting.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must be able to perform Essential Job Duties and Functions with or without reasonable accommodations.
JOB SUMMARY: Performs responsible para-professional tasks as assigned by assistant prosecuting attorneys; research legal questions, prepares initial orders and drafts petitions, motions, complaints, answers and investigative subpoenas; attends court hearings, serves as the extradition point of contact for the office; processes forfeitures and responds to mail inquiries; works under general supervision; performs related duties as required.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND FUNCTIONS:
* Prepares various legal documents necessary to the criminal justice process,
* neglect-abuse process, child support process or civil law process with or without clerical assistance.
* Performs legal research using Westlaw and writing assignments as required.
* Drafting and formatting the table of authorities in the briefs and checking legal citations for proper formatting.
* Assists attorneys in the courtroom, including gathering witnesses, liaising with law enforcement, review of pleadings, correspondence and other information required.
* In civil cases- Conducts personal, detailed interviews with clients and potential clients.
* Compiles and reviews information to draft plea agreements and\/or make recommendations for disposition of assigned cases.
* Track cases and performs necessary follow up assignments.
* Ensures the terms of sentence are properly requested, ordered and entered and liaises with Probation Department.
* Ensures that witness list are correct and subpoenas are prepared and that they are properly served in compliance with court rules.
* Coordinates with DHHS relative to referrals to this office and ensures compliance with procedure.
* Liaises with various clerks of court relative to matters to be filed and information to be exchanged.
Please see the attached job description for more details.","
Word Processor
Legal secretary job in Detroit, MI
Job DescriptionDescriptionWe are seeking a full-time evening word processor for our Detroit office. hours are Monday- Friday, 12pm-8pm. Key ResponsibilitiesType, edit and transcribe legal documents and handwritten materials received from attorneys and their assistants in a busy law office. Proofread and redline documents to ensure accuracy of material, grammar and punctuation.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
Requirements are a high school diploma or equivalent
Previous experience of 2-5 years in a legal or professional environment preferred
Must possess excellent typing skills; proficient in Microsoft Word, including styling
Knowledge of Microsoft Outlook
Knowledge of legal terms preferred
Ability to organize and prioritize numerous tasks and complete them under time constraints
Strong attention to detail
Ability to proofread typed material for grammatical, typographical or spelling errors
Must be self-motivated, with the ability to work quickly, efficiently and confidently without close supervision
Paralegal (Top Secret Clearance Required)
Legal secretary job in Detroit, MI
Job DescriptionParalegal Employment Type: Full-Time, Mid-LevelDepartment: Legal CGS is seeking a dedicated Paralegal to join a fast-paced and hard-working team to assist with any legal accounts. As a Paralegal, you will play a key role in supporting various aspects of the company's portfolio. CGS brings motivated, highly skilled, and creative people together to solve the government's most dynamic problems with cutting-edge technology. To carry out our mission, we are seeking candidates who are excited to contribute to government innovation, appreciate collaboration, and can anticipate the needs of others. Here at CGS, we offer an environment in which our employees feel supported, and we encourage professional growth through various learning opportunities. Skills and attributes for success:- The Contractor shall provide professional, accurate, timely, and reliable paralegal support reporting to the OGC and will be detailed to assist LITB or IALB. Work products are reviewed prior to submission; however, personnel resources provided by Contractor shall often develop these products with minimal direct supervision other than written guidelines. Personnel assigned to this task must have the ability to adjust to changing priorities and work well under pressure. - The General Paralegal Task includes but is not limited to the following: - Contractor shall receive, prioritize, and process requests such as document review or requests for advice or legal technical assistance; - Contractor shall research and locate responsive information documents and identify relevant laws, judicial decisions, and legal articles; - Contractor shall perform typical Paralegal functions, including: moderately complex legal research; synopsizing transcripts of hearings and oral arguments for attorney use; reviewing case related materials; and identifying potentially conflicting statements or areas requiring further investigation; - Contractor shall write preliminary drafts of legal memoranda and correspondence; - Contractor shall assist in preparing draft legal documents, such as motions, briefs, memoranda of law, exhibits, etc.; conducting legal analysis, reviewing documents for relevance and privilege; and assisting attorneys with all phases of litigation; - Contractor shall review materials in discovery for relevancy and privilege; - Contractor shall prepare privilege logs; - Contractor shall maintain documentation of records produced in discovery, correspondence sent, and case management functions performed; - Contractor shall assist in the drafting and issuing of preservation notices and litigation holds; - Contractor shall design, generate, and transmit reports regarding case assignments and productivity using case management databases. - Contractor shall analyze and interpret requests from customers; - Contractor shall research, locate, and gather material relevant to DU requests including conducting outreach and informal interviews to respond to discovery requests and interrogatories; - Contractor shall assist in preparation of declarations; - Contractor shall scan paper materials to save as an image file (e.g., .PDF); - Contractor shall conduct legal privilege reviews using Veritas eDiscovery Platform, Adobe Pro, or other discovery review platforms provided by the FBI; - Contractor shall analyze documents and media files, and proficiently apply redactions to diverse types of privileged information; - Contractor shall review the work of peers for accuracy and provide constructive edits to ensure quality and thoroughness of review and processing; - Contractor shall support and collaborate the management efforts to foster teamwork, planning and decision making; - Contractor shall organize and maintain accurate records of assigned requests. This includes keeping detailed case notes, utilizing discovery work plans, using Microsoft Excel spreadsheets, and entering case information and metrics into the OGC-LITB case tracking database; - Contractor shall prepare electronic and/or paper releases for release to customers; - Contractor shall provide a high degree of professionalism and customer service in all interactions with DU customers; - Contractor shall prioritize and schedule projects to accomplish objectives; - Contractor shall assist in representation efforts of the FBI in challenging situations; - Contractor shall coordinate classification reviews with subject matter experts and shall perform overlays of material returned from classification review; - Contractor shall maintain close collaboration of projects with discovery team members; - Contractor shall serve as consultant to Government employees regarding privilege application and document production; - Contractor shall communicate with employees at all levels of the FBI to complete projects with a high degree of professionalism;- Contractor shall provide weekly statuses to management and periodic updates to Assistant General Counsels and other DU customers; - Contractor shall conduct searches of FBI systems and databases to retrieve relevant documents or files (e.g., Sentinel, Internal Policy Office Policy Library and Policy Archives); - Contractor will perform legal and other research, provide support to the Legal Hold program as well as the Freeze List, and support tasks associated with information management/governance as well as technology and its intersection with the law to name a few- Qualifications:- Requires paralegal certificate, or JD, or currently attending an ABA-accredited law school, having completed at least one year of study. - At least two years of litigation paralegal experience is required; trial experience is very helpful. - At least one year of experience in automated litigation support. Requires sound working knowledge of federal and state court systems, legal research procedures, and legal research resources. - Requires excellent written and oral communication skills and thorough knowledge of legal research tools such as LEXIS and Westlaw. - Must have hands-on familiarity with a variety of computer applications, including word processing, databases (such as document review and file management systems), spreadsheets, imaging, and hardware systems. - Role also requires hands-on familiarity with ESI tools and knowledge of eDiscovery procedures and resources. - The ability to consistently deliver the highest quality work under extreme pressure will be very important. Our Commitment:Contact Government Services (CGS) strives to simplify and enhance government bureaucracy through the optimization of human, technical, and financial resources. We combine cutting-edge technology with world-class personnel to deliver customized solutions that fit our client's specific needs. We are committed to solving the most challenging and dynamic problems. For the past seven years, we've been growing our government-contracting portfolio, and along the way, we've created valuable partnerships by demonstrating a commitment to honesty, professionalism, and quality work.Here at CGS we value honesty through hard work and self-awareness, professionalism in all we do, and to deliver the best quality to our consumers mending those relations for years to come. We care about our employees. Therefore, we offer a comprehensive benefits package.- Health, Dental, and Vision- Life Insurance- 401k- Flexible Spending Account (Health, Dependent Care, and Commuter)- Paid Time Off and Observance of State/Federal Holidays Contact Government Services, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants will be considered without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Join our team and become part of government innovation!Explore additional job opportunities with CGS on our Job Board:**************************************** more information about CGS please visit: ************************** or contact:Phone: *****************Email: ******************* #CJ
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
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