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Position: Litigation Legal Assistant
Location: Grand Rapids, MI (Hybrid: 3 days in-office, 2 days remote)
Salary Range: $60,000–$80,000 per year
Employment Type: Full-Time
About the Opportunity
Our client, a respected law firm in Grand Rapids, is seeking a skilled Litigation Legal Assistant to join their team. This is a fantastic opportunity for legal professionals who thrive in a dynamic environment and are looking for a hybrid work model with competitive compensation.
As a recruitment agency specializing in legal placements, we are partnering with this firm to identify candidates who bring precision, professionalism, and a proactive mindset to litigation support.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare and revise legal documents including pleadings, motions, and discovery materials.
- Manage litigation calendars, deadlines, and case files.
- Coordinate depositions, hearings, and meetings with clients and court personnel.
- File documents with state and federal courts (electronic and physical).
- Assist attorneys with trial preparation, including organizing exhibits and witness materials.
- Maintain confidentiality and ensure compliance with legal procedures.
Candidate Profile
- Minimum 3 years of experience in litigation support.
- Strong knowledge of legal terminology and court procedures.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal case management software.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a hybrid setting.
- Associate degree or paralegal certification preferred.
What’s in It for You
- Competitive salary and annual bonus potential.
- Hybrid work flexibility.
- Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, and 401(k).
- Paid time off and holidays.
- Career growth and professional development support.
If you’re a litigation legal assistant ready to take the next step in your career, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and let us help you connect with a firm that values your expertise.
Additional Information:
Personal Time Off (PTO) is offered on an accrual basis up to 184 hours a year, 13 Paid Holidays, and up to 6 weeks of Paid Parental Leave. PTO and holiday hours are prorated based on hire date within the calendar year.
Paid Sick Leave
Benefit offerings for full-time employment include medical, dental, vision, term life and AD&D insurance, short-term and long-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, commuter benefits, wellness plans, and a 401k plan
Annual discretionary bonus based on individual performance
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
Salary : $60,000 - $80,000
