Litigation Legal Assistant – (Royal Oak, Michigan)

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Litigation Legal Assistant – (Royal Oak, Michigan)

Detroit, Michigan

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Full Time

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$ 66,000 - $ 70,000 per year

Detroit, Michigan

Full Time

$ 66,000 - $ 70,000 per year

July 09, 2025

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Job ID: L01925-MMK_1752098485

July 09, 2025

Job ID: L01925-MMK_1752098485

Job Summary

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Job Title: Legal Assistant - Commercial Litigation
Location: Royal Oak, Michigan
Employment Type: Full-Time
Experience Required: 5+ Years in Commercial Litigation

About the Firm:
We are a dynamic and well-established commercial law firm located in Royal Oak, Michigan, focused on delivering high-quality legal services to businesses and institutions. Our team is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Legal Assistant to support our litigation attorneys in all aspects of case management and legal operations.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide high-level administrative and litigation support to attorneys in commercial litigation matters

  • Prepare, draft, proofread, and revise legal documents including pleadings, motions, and correspondence

  • Manage e-filing of legal documents in both state and federal courts, ensuring compliance with all deadlines and formatting requirements

  • Maintain and organize case files, discovery, correspondence, and trial documents using document management systems

  • Coordinate attorney calendars, schedule meetings, depositions, court dates, and client appointments

  • Arrange attorney travel and manage travel itineraries

  • Track time entries and assist with billing processes

  • Perform legal research and manage litigation databases

  • Monitor and manage case deadlines and docketing


Required Skills & Qualifications:

  • Experience: Minimum 5 years of experience as a Legal Assistant in commercial litigation

  • E-filing: Proficient with electronic filing in Michigan state courts and federal courts (PACER/CM/ECF systems)

  • Software Proficiency:

    • Microsoft Word (advanced formatting skills required)

    • Outlook (email and calendar management)

    • Document management software (e.g., NetDocuments, iManage, or similar)

    • Billing software (e.g., Timeslips, Clio, or similar)

    • Docketing and legal calendar software (e.g., CompuLaw, CourtAlert)

    • Litigation databases (e.g., Relativity, LexisNexis, Westlaw)

  • Technical Skills:

    • Typing speed of 70+ WPM with high accuracy

    • Strong legal research and fact-checking skills

    • Competency in drafting legal documents with minimal supervision

    • Skilled in managing large volumes of discovery and document production

  • Organizational Skills:

    • Excellent file and case management practices

    • Proven ability to handle email correspondence, prioritize tasks, and manage attorney calendars efficiently

    • Experience coordinating complex travel and litigation schedules


Attributes for Success:

  • Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy

  • Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

  • Professional demeanor and discretion when handling confidential information

  • Self-starter with a proactive approach to problem-solving


Compensation: Competitive salary commensurate with experience, plus benefits including health insurance, 401(k), PTO, and professional development support.

*Only qualified candidates will be contacted.

L01925-MMK_1752098485

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About Beacon Hill

Beacon Hill is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values the strength diversity brings to the workplace. Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans are encouraged to apply.

Founded by industry leaders to set a new standard in search, career placement and flexible staffing, we deliver coordinated staffing solutions with unparalleled service, a commitment to project completion and success and a passion for innovation, creativity and continuous improvement.

Our niche brands offer a complete suite of staffing services to emerging growth companies and the Fortune 500 across market sectors, career specialties/disciplines and industries. Over time, office locations, specialty practice areas and service offerings will be added to address ever changing constituent needs.

We look forward to working with you.

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