Job Summary
Michigan's largest plaintiff personal injury firm is paying highly competitive wages and a great benefit package for a Senior Litigation Paralegal to join our dynamic legal team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in litigation support, legal case management, and document management systems. This role is essential in assisting attorneys with case preparation, legal research, and ensuring the efficient operation of our law office. We offer a great work environment and a team approach with opportunity for professional and financial growth.
Duties
-Conduct investigation, legal research, and assessment
- Manage and organize legal case files, ensuring all documents are accurately filed and easily accessible.
- Conduct thorough document review and legal drafting to support litigation efforts.
- Assist in the preparation of trial materials, including exhibits, witness lists, and discovery documents.
-Help with case settlements
- Coordinate with clients, witnesses, and experts to gather necessary information for cases.
- Utilize document management systems to maintain up-to-date records of all case-related documents.
- Perform administrative tasks such as scheduling meetings, maintaining calendars, and managing correspondence.
- Support attorneys in patent law matters by conducting research and preparing relevant documentation.
- Ensure compliance with legal procedures and deadlines throughout the litigation process.
Experience
-Must have five years in Plaintiff personal injury
- Proven experience as a paralegal in a law office setting, with a focus on litigation preferred.
- Strong knowledge of legal terminology, procedures, and documentation requirements.
- Familiarity with legal case management software and document management systems.
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple cases simultaneously.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy in all aspects of work.
- Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, to interact with clients and team members.
- Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
-Veterans are encouraged to apply
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $60,832.09 - $80,500.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- AD&D insurance
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Free parking
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
Experience:
- Legal case management: 5 years (Required)
- Law office: 5 years (Required)
- Litigation: 5 years (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Southfield, MI 48075: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
