Legal Assistant

Weltman, Weinberg & Reis Co., LPA • Troy, MI

10h • $20 - $25 • Onsite

About The Position

The Legal Assistant will assist attorneys by performing legal work requiring basic knowledge of legal procedures, methods, and terminology.

Requirements

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• 2 years relevant Legal Assistant experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Professional demeanor with clients and co-workers.
• Organized and detail oriented to meet deadlines.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent computer skills using Microsoft Office products with the ability to type 45 words per minute.

Nice To Haves

• Paralegal certificate a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assists attorney with management of routine case files.
• Prepares non-complex pleadings, documents, correspondence, and affidavits.
• Conducts basic research such as title searches, estate checks, asset location and skip tracing.
• Reviews files, mail, and standard legal documents to gather information and locate missing or incomplete records.
• Contacts client, debtors, attorneys, and courts for further instructions, status updates, and additional information and documentation.
• Negotiates payment arrangements and sale or return of assets/collateral for attorney/client approval.
• Processes and follows-up on post judgment executions.
• Confirms the service of subpoenas, notice of depositions, and other legal documents to witnesses and parties to action.
• Files pleadings and documents with court clerk, as directed.
• Monitors hearing docket and schedules attorney coverage, as needed.
• Forwards accounts to out-of-town counsel and serves as liaison between client and attorney.
• Arranges for payment of court costs, local counsel fees, publication costs, etc.
• Reviews, notates, and distributes mail and incoming work to appropriate parties.
• Performs data entry to update notes on account.
• May take and process debtor payments.
• Maintains current knowledge of general legal procedures, deadlines and procedures for appropriate documents, office equipment, and software in general use in the legal community.
• Complete all required training applicable to this position.
• Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of this position.
• Other duties, as assigned.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO) - 16 days annually + 9 Company paid holidays
• Medical, Rx, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Parental Leave, Life and Disability Insurance
• Promotional opportunities from within the Firm
• Employee Perks available from Verizon, Car Dealerships, Local Movie Theaters, Theme Parks, etc.
• Positive office environment with regularly scheduled parties, contests, and community support initiatives
• On site "Bistro To Go" vending and fresh foods available
• Parking/Public Transit stipend available once benefits are available

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED