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Experienced Litigation Legal Assistant - Southfield, United States - Sommers Schwartz PC
Description
Are you a motivated, take-charge legal assistant who thrives in a fast-paced law firm environment? If so, we'd like to talk with you
We are interviewing experienced candidates for our Southfield, Michigan office.
In this regular, full-time, non-exempt position, the successful candidate will support several attorneys representing clients at every stage of litigation, including intake and pre-suit investigation, discovery, motion practice, pre-trial proceedings, dispute resolution, and trial. Our busy practice requires collaborative working relationships, attention to detail, effective communication, and a desire to learn and grow. Experience with medical malpractice, personal injury, or FLSA (wage and hour law) litigation is a plus but not required.
ONLY QUALIFIED CANDIDATES will be considered and should expect a response.
Job responsibilities include:
Candidates should have these required experience and skills:
Business hours are 8:30 am to 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday, but additional work may be necessary. This is an office-based position, with the possibility of up to two remote workdays per week. A background check, in accordance with applicable employment laws, may be required. Sommers Schwartz is an equal opportunity employer.
