Legal Assistant- Livonia

Cummings, McClorey, Davis - Livonia, MI

Full-time - Entry Level

Livonia, MI

11-50 employees

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

CMDA is seeking a full-time, experienced legal assistant with a strong work ethic and the ability to work independently as well as in a team environment for its Livonia, MI office. Experience with insurance defense and general litigation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Transcription of digital dictation
• Preparation of legal documents, including pleadings, discovery, motions, and pre-trial pleadings
• Prepare and file documents electronically with state and federal courts
• Maintain professional interactions with clients in person, via telephone and/or e-mail
• Manage attorney calendars, including hearing dates, court deadlines, deposition dates, and meetings/appointments
• Schedule hearing dates, attorney meetings, and deposition dates
• File, mail, scan, and fax documents
• Perform other general administrative tasks as assigned

Requirements

• Strong work ethic
• Self-motivated
• Willingness to learn and adapt to attorney needs
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook/Calendar
• Proficiency with electronic filing systems
• Knowledge of law firm office procedures and legal terminology
• Possess strong typing and proofreading ability
• Possess strong organizational ability
• Possess strong multitasking ability as well as to prioritize such tasks
• Speech and writing ability that permits respectful, professional communication

Nice-to-haves

• Defense litigation and municipal law experience a plus

Benefits

• Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications
• Generous PTO schedule
• Medical, dental, vision, life and disability coverage
• Flexible spending accounts
• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Opportunities for advancement