Legal Assistant I

ROUSH•Livonia, MI

2d•Onsite

About The Position

At Roush, we fuse technology and engineering to provide product development solutions to customers in a diverse range of industries. Widely recognized for providing engineering, testing, prototype, and manufacturing services to the transportation industry, Roush also provides significant support to the aerospace, defense and theme park industries. With over 2,400 employees in facilities throughout the United States, Europe, Asia, and South America, our unique combination of creativity and tenacity activates big ideas on a global stage. We want motivated, ambitious people who put the needs of our customers first, bring creativity to their work and will do whatever it takes to achieve success. If you share our passion for providing innovative solutions to complex challenges, we want you on our team. At Roush, we work alongside the best and brightest to do incredibly cool things you wouldn’t believe. At Roush, you are part of building the future. The Legal Assistant I will play a vital role in supporting our legal team by providing a wide range of administrative and research assistance. The primary responsibilities will include drafting basic legal and risk management related forms and documents, maintaining files, and assisting attorneys in preparation for meetings with internal clients. Attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and knowledge of legal procedures will contribute to the efficient and effective operation of the legal department. This position is located in Livonia, MI.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Minimum 3 years of administrative experience.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Proficiency in using Microsoft Office Suite and legal software.
Ethics and be trustworthy with a commitment to maintaining client confidentiality.
Strong interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with attorneys and clients
Strong writing and communication skills, including the ability to draft legal documents.
Excellent organizational skills with keen attention to detail.

Nice To Haves

Possession of or in pursuit of degree in paralegal studies, Legal Assistant or a related field
Experience in the areas of insurance, real estate, corporate and commercial transactions and related matters

Responsibilities

Under the guidance of attorney, prepare drafts of legal documents, including confidentiality agreements, certain contracts, leases/subleases, Bills of Sale, Document Production Responses and certain corporate governance documentation.
Perform administrative tasks, such as reviewing and recommending approval of insurance and attorney invoices and preparing check requests allocating such charges to appropriate departments, and expense reporting.
Assist attorneys responsible for tracking and delegating Job Task “To Do” department work queue assignments by organizing and summarizing incoming requests, gathering needed documents, and other relevant information, and communicating status to internal requestors.
Support Risk Management under the guidance of attorneys:
Review and approve or request modifications to supplier insurance certificates. Provide Roush insurance certificates to customers and program managers.
Review and report to insurance company all auto liability and general liability insurance claims.
Prepare drafts of insurance applications and supporting schedules. Prepare drafts of policy audit documentation.
Communicate with insurance agents and insurance company claims representatives.
Review and correct all insurance invoices, prepare check requests and resolve disputed invoices.
Prepare current claims status updates and participate in quarterly accounting claims reserves amount reviews.
Maintain and update files, ensuring accurate and well-organized records.
Assist in document management, including filing and indexing legal documents.
Assist with discovery requests and responses, including document production and e-discovery.
Draft correspondence and communication with internal clients, insurance representatives and defense counsel.