Legal Secretary/Receptionist

Legal Secretary/Receptionist

Job Summary
We are seeking a dedicated and organized Legal Secretary/Receptionist to join our team. This role involves providing essential administrative and legal support to attorneys, managing client communications, and ensuring the smooth operation of the office. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills, proficiency in legal support tasks, and experience in handling confidential information. This position offers an opportunity to work in a professional environment supporting criminal and civil litigation and legal research activities.

Duties

• Manage front desk reception, greeting clients and visitors professionally
• Handle incoming calls, schedule appointments, and coordinate meetings
• Provide legal support including word processing, legal research, and legal writing
• Assist with civil litigation support tasks such as document preparation and case management
• Maintain and organize legal files, documents, and correspondence with attention to confidentiality
• Support attorney with administrative tasks related to litigation cases
• Utilize Microsoft Office Suite for document creation, editing, and data management
• Communicate effectively with clients, attorneys, and external parties regarding case updates or inquiries
• Handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion and professionalism

Experience

• Prior experience as a Legal Secretary or Legal Administrative Assistant is helpful but not required.
• Experience supporting litigation cases, particularly civil litigation, is highly desirable
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook) is essential
• Strong background in legal support activities such as legal research and legal writing
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication skills and attention to detail are critical for success in this role

Pay: $15.00 - $18.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Location:

• Blissfield, MI 49228 (Preferred)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Blissfield, MI 49228 (Required)

Work Location: In person