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Paralegal – Litigation Practice Group
Location: Foster, Swift, Collins & Smith P.C.
Foster, Swift, Collins & Smith P.C. is seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Paralegal to join our Litigation Practice Group. This is a full-time opportunity for a dedicated legal professional who enjoys substantive legal work, client engagement, and case management within a dynamic team.
This position plays a vital role in supporting attorneys through high-level legal research, drafting, case preparation, and direct client interactions. Prior paralegal experience in litigation and experience in insurance defense is required.
Key Responsibilities
Case Management & Client Support:
Comprehensive Benefits
Affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance, company-paid life insurance, short- and long-term disability coverage, and a 401(k) plan
Additional Perks
Flexible voluntary benefit options to support your individual needs
Professional Environment
Collaborate with experienced legal professionals in a firm that values respect, innovation, and high standards of legal service
With more than 100 years of service, Foster Swift is proud to represent businesses, families, municipalities, and individuals across Michigan and beyond from our offices in Lansing, Grand Rapids, Southfield, Holland, and St. Joseph
Commitment to Diversity
Foster Swift is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other status protected by applicable laws
Apply Today
If you're a motivated and experienced paralegal looking to contribute meaningfully to complex cases and a respected firm, we encourage you to apply now and become part of a legacy of excellence
Requirements
Education:
Location: Foster, Swift, Collins & Smith P.C.
Foster, Swift, Collins & Smith P.C. is seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Paralegal to join our Litigation Practice Group. This is a full-time opportunity for a dedicated legal professional who enjoys substantive legal work, client engagement, and case management within a dynamic team.
This position plays a vital role in supporting attorneys through high-level legal research, drafting, case preparation, and direct client interactions. Prior paralegal experience in litigation and experience in insurance defense is required.
Key Responsibilities
Case Management & Client Support:
- Manage assigned caseloads from intake through resolution, including drafting case plans, timelines, and client status reports
- Serve as a primary point of contact for clients, gathering information and maintaining regular communication
- Review files for outstanding discovery in preparation for court appearances, pleadings, depositions, and trial
- Conduct factual and legal research, summarize findings, and prepare reports and memoranda for attorney review
- Assemble chronologies of key documents to assist in case strategy and trial preparation
- Draft substantive legal documents such as complaints, motions, discovery responses, affidavits, subpoenas, and trial preparation materials
- Ensure accuracy and compliance with court rules and deadlines
- Coordinate discovery processes, including drafting and responding to discovery requests, organizing exhibits, preparing deposition summaries, and assisting in trial preparation and courtroom logistics
- Process and follow up on subpoenas for the receipt of medical, employment, workers’ compensation, and other records. Assemble, review, and summarize medical and other records
- Determine, prepare, and organize materials needed for expert witness review
- Prepare records, review and prepare exhibits, and trial documents
- Communicate with experts, including Independent Medical Examination (IME) doctors, to coordinate reviews, testimony, and documentation needed for litigation
- Prepare and file documents with state and federal courts using e-filing systems
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date docketing of key case deadlines and court appearances
- Use firm systems proficiently, including document management systems, time tracking, litigation support software, and Office 365
- Accurately track billable time in accordance with firm policies and contribute to pre-bill reviews for attorneys
- Work closely with attorneys, other paralegals, and firm staff to support legal strategy, ensure client service excellence, and maintain a proactive approach to case needs
Comprehensive Benefits
Affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance, company-paid life insurance, short- and long-term disability coverage, and a 401(k) plan
Additional Perks
Flexible voluntary benefit options to support your individual needs
Professional Environment
Collaborate with experienced legal professionals in a firm that values respect, innovation, and high standards of legal service
With more than 100 years of service, Foster Swift is proud to represent businesses, families, municipalities, and individuals across Michigan and beyond from our offices in Lansing, Grand Rapids, Southfield, Holland, and St. Joseph
Commitment to Diversity
Foster Swift is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other status protected by applicable laws
Apply Today
If you're a motivated and experienced paralegal looking to contribute meaningfully to complex cases and a respected firm, we encourage you to apply now and become part of a legacy of excellence
Requirements
Education:
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree required; completion of an ABA-approved paralegal program is strongly preferred
- Minimum of five years of paralegal experience in litigation required
- Experience with insurance defense
- Strong knowledge of litigation procedures and legal terminology
- Excellent legal writing, proofreading, and research skills
- Ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines with precision
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word and legal technology platforms
- High level of professionalism, discretion, and client service orientation
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment
