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Trustpoint.One · 10 hours ago

Legal Assistant

Detroit, MI

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$54K/yr - $75K/yr

Trustpoint.One is partnering with a small boutique law firm in Detroit, Michigan, to find a talented and detail-oriented Legal Assistant. This role involves providing administrative and case-related support to attorneys, focusing on appellate and litigation matters while managing deadlines and maintaining organization.

Document ManagementLaw EnforcementLegalStaffing Agency

Hiring Manager

Elizabeth Long, Esq.

Responsibilities

Maintain and update the firm’s Google calendar and internal deadline-tracking systems

Monitor upcoming deadlines and proactively follow up with attorneys to ensure all filings are timely and accurate

Format and proofread appellate briefs and filings in compliance with Michigan Court Rules

Prepare Tables of Contents and Indexes of Authorities

Compile, organize, finalize, and electronically bookmark appendices and exhibits

Format and proofread circuit court filings, including:

Motions for summary disposition

Motions in limine

Jury instructions

Post-trial motions and orders

Organize exhibits and supporting materials

Coordinate and complete court filings via e-filing systems and paper filing

Track all submitted and filed copies of court documents

Assist with trial and hearing preparation

Draft initial versions of orders, attorney appearances, notices of hearing, praecipes, and other legal documents for attorney review

Order, track, and manage transcripts

Coordinate with court reporters and monitor delivery timelines

Maintain organized transcript files for use in trial and appellate proceedings

Download, organize, and maintain digital and physical case files in compliance with firm protocols

Prepare binders and case materials for attorneys

Provide general administrative and document-management support as needed

Qualification

Litigation experienceMichigan court familiarityE-filing systemsLegal formatting skillsProofreading skillsDeadline managementOrganizational skillsAttention to detail