A Paralegal or Legal Assistant assists attorneys and law offices with a variety of tasks ranging from administrative support to legal research and writing. Maintains and organizes files or file databases. Conducts legal or other background research, assists with preparation for trials or hearings, and drafts documents to be filed. Uses software for electronic discovery of materials such as email for a trial. May specialize in a particular area of the law such as corporate or criminal law, family law or real estate law.
Legal Assistant Abacus Service Corporation•5.0 Flint, MI Job Details Contract $28•$30 an hour 1 day ago Qualifications Knowledge management Contract documentation review Google Workspace Correspondence management Confidential information handling Microsoft Outlook Spreadsheets Contract interpretation Legal document sorting and filing Legal memorandum writing Contract drafting Legal administrative experience Legal research Law office experience Legal records management Court document preparation Associate's degree Time management
Full Job Description Position Summary:
Job Title:
Paralegal/Legal Assistant Duration:
03+ Months Contract (With Possible Extension)
Location:
Flint, MI 48503
Note:
Hours per week•30Hrs (hours will be between 8:00 a.m•5:00 p.m., Monday-Friday)
Job Description:
The Paralegal/Labor Relations Assistant reports directly to the Manager, Labor Relations in the Human Resources Department.
Role Summary:
The Paralegal provides legal, administrative, and research support to the Manager, Labor Relations. Day-to-day responsibilities may include assistance with collective bargaining, grievance administration, arbitration preparation, labor-related investigations, and compliance activities. The role also interfaces with the Office of General Counsel as assigned by the Labor Manager.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
Labor Relations/ Legal Support:
Support the Labor Relations Specialist in the administration of labor and employment matters, including grievances, arbitrations, investigations, and contract administration. Coordinate the collection, review, and production of documents—both electronic and physical. Perform labor-related and legal research; analyze issues; and prepare draft documents under the direction of the Labor Relations Specialist. Assist with intake, tracking, and documentation of complaints, claims, grievances, and labor matters, including monitoring response timelines and organizing supporting materials. Prepare documents and materials to support College representatives in arbitration, mediation, and other legal, quasi-legal, or administrative proceedings related to labor relations. Assist in preparing materials, evidence, and summaries for use by the General Counsel in legal proceedings or advisory matters related to labor relations.
Records, Knowledge & Information Management:
Serve as a knowledge manager for labor and legal data, correspondence, matter files, reports, and documentation. Create, maintain, and manage confidential records using College-approved software platforms. Maintain accurate filing, tracking, and retention of records in accordance with college policies and legal requirements.
Meeting & Process Support:
Prepare agendas and materials for labor-related meetings; attend meetings and take detailed notes. Coordinate and schedule meetings Track action items and follow-ups to ensure procedural consistency and timely completion. Note-taking during meetings
Minimum Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Paralegal/Legal Assistant certificate from an ABA-accredited program, or an Associate Degree in Paralegal/Legal Assistant Studies, or Five (5) years of experience Three (3) years of experience as a paralegal or legal assistant in a law office or in-house legal counsel setting, preferably involving labor or employment law Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel) and Google Workspace Demonstrated experience handling highly confidential and sensitive information Strong ability to draft high-quality legal documents, including contracts, pleadings, memoranda, affidavits, and correspondence Ability to analyze, abstract, and summarize complex contracts, CBAs, and legal documents Excellent organizational, time-management, and written and oral communication skills Demonstrated knowledge of electronic and paper-based filing and record-tracking systems
Pay:
$28.00•$30.00 per hour Expected hours: 30.0 per week
Experience:
Legal research: 5 years (Required) Legal administrative: 5 years (Required)
