Southfield, MI15 days ago
Desired skills and knowledge: High School Diploma; Minimum 3 years' experience as a legal assistant in a civil litigation setting; Experience with MI State and Federal court procedures and rules; Strong understanding of civil litigation procedures, court rules, and legal terminology; Excellent organizational and time-management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and work efficiently under pressure; Meticulous attention to detail and accuracy in drafting, editing and proofreading legal documents; Proficiency with Microsoft products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), Windows Applications, Internet search engines and electronic court filing and service applications; Ability to maintain confidentiality; Interpersonal skills necessary in order to communicate and follow instructions effectively; Independent judgment required to plan, prioritize and organize diversified workload. Entering billable time entries into the firm's timekeeping system accurately and in a timely manner; Working collaboratively in a fast-paced team environment, assisting attorneys and supporting colleagues as needed; Performing general administrative duties such as filing, photocopying, scanning, managing office supplies, answering phones, and all other duties as assigned by your supervisor.