Position: Labor & Employment Legal Assistant
Location: Bloomfield Hills, MI
Plunkett Cooney, one of the Midwest's oldest and most respected law firms, is seeking a full-time Labor & Employment Legal Assistant to join our Bloomfield Hills office.
We are looking for an experienced and motivated legal assistant to provide high-level support to two Labor & Employment associate attorneys. The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining workflow continuity for a busy Labor & Employment practice group.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide comprehensive legal administrative support to two associate attorneys.
- Manage document preparation, filing (electronic and paper), scheduling, and billing.
- Maintain organized and up-to-date case files and docketing records.
- Answer phones, handle correspondence, and provide general administrative support.
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local court rules, including e-filing and electronic docketing.
- Work collaboratively with other assistants and firm staff to ensure seamless operations across offices.
- Be responsible for handling sensitive management information.
- Ensuring an easy workflow of the Labor & Employment practice group.
Qualifications:
To be considered for this role, you must:
- Have 7+ years of experience in a legal assistant role, with a strong background in litigation preferably in Labor & Employment.
- Be proficient in legal document preparation, file and case management, scheduling, dictation, and billing procedures.
- Have a working knowledge of electronic court filing systems and docketing software.
- Be highly familiar with Microsoft Word, Outlook, and document management systems (preferably iManage).
- Demonstrate strong attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to prioritize and multitask in a deadline-driven environment.
The ideal candidate is a dependable and adaptable team player who takes initiative, enjoys learning new skills, and is committed to providing high-quality service.
This position includes a comprehensive benefit package. Interested candidates should their submit resumes to https://plunkettcooney.isolvedhire.com/jobs/.