Legal Assistant

Howard & Howard Attorne • Royal Oak, MI

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Howard & Howard Attorneys PLLC is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Legal Assistant to support Commercial Litigation and Corporate Transaction practices in its Royal Oak, Michigan office. The Legal Assistant partners closely with assigned attorneys, supporting matters from inception through resolution while managing a dynamic workflow and providing high-quality administrative services to business clients. The role calls for professionalism, initiative, accountability, and strong attention to detail in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of experience as a Legal Assistant; Commercial Litigation experience is preferred.
• Demonstrated experience supporting litigation matters in a deadline-driven environment.
• Strong working knowledge of state and federal court filing procedures.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and follow through on assignments with minimal supervision.
• High level of professionalism in interactions with attorneys, clients, and colleagues.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to take ownership of work and consistently meet deadlines.
• Proactive, solution-oriented approach and ability to anticipate needs.
• Ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Collaborative mindset and commitment to teamwork and mutual support.
• Sound judgment and discretion when handling confidential client and firm information.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word, including document formatting, styles, and tables of contents.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including formulas and data manipulation.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Nice To Haves

• Exposure to discovery, filings, and trial preparation.
• Experience with document management systems such as NetDocs.
• Experience with billing systems.
• Familiarity with Nuance or similar PDF editing tools.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage assigned attorneys’ calendars, dockets, deadlines, and appointments.
• Perform electronic filing in state and federal courts.
• Coordinate and support litigation matters, including document management, filings, and general case support.
• Screen incoming client calls and correspondence and respond independently when appropriate.
• Draft, format, and prepare emails, confidential correspondence, reports, and other complex legal documents.
• Conduct UCC, lien, and title searches.
• Complete annual corporate filings and prepare and submit annual reports and other corporate filings.
• Assist with entity formation, qualification, and dissolution filings.
• Maintain attorney billing processes.
• Create, maintain, and manipulate spreadsheet data, including using formulas.
• Maintain organized client files in document management systems and ensure the accuracy of records.
• Anticipate attorney needs and proactively manage workflow and priorities.
• Provide backup support to other legal assistants as needed.
• Perform additional administrative and legal support duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Short-term disability, life, and AD&D insurance.
• 401(k) and profit sharing.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Parking.

What This Job Offers

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