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Robert Half

Legal Secretary

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What they do

A Litigation Legal Secretary provides secretarial and administrative work for a litigation attorney or litigation law firm. Uses specialized knowledge of legal terminology and procedures related to litigation. Organizes files, schedules meetings and manages communication to prepare for lawsuits and trials. Prepares and files documents for court cases. Works with supervision from an attorney or paralegal; may handle paralegal tasks.

$54,622 / year median in Michigan

-21% projected decline

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Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Legal Secretary to support a busy legal team in Southfield, Michigan. This position is well suited for someone who can manage litigation-related administrative work with accuracy, strong organization, and a sense of urgency. The ideal candidate brings a solid background in legal support, ideally with experience in multi-jurisdiction matters or insurance defense environments.
Responsibilities:
  • Prepare, review, and submit legal documents through electronic filing systems in accordance with court rules and deadlines.
  • Coordinate attorney calendars, schedule hearings, meetings, and case-related appointments, and monitor critical dates to keep matters on track.
  • Draft, format, revise, and finalize correspondence, pleadings, and other legal materials from dictation, notes, or attorney instruction.
  • Maintain organized case files and ensure records, filings, and supporting documentation are accurate and readily accessible.
  • Communicate with courts, clients, opposing counsel, and vendors in a clear and organized manner regarding case logistics and documentation.
  • Track filing requirements across jurisdictions and help ensure compliance with varying procedural expectations in litigation matters.
  • Provide day-to-day administrative support to attorneys handling defense-related or subrogation matters, as needed.
  • Assist with document management and workflow coordination to support efficient handling of active legal cases