Paralegal Legal Assistant

We are seeking a detail-oriented, organized, and professional Paralegal/Legal Assistant to join our legal team. This dual-role position is responsible for assisting with managing front-desk operations while providing administrative and clerical support to attorneys and legal staff. The ideal candidate will be the first point of contact for clients and visitors, while also assisting in the preparation and organization of legal documents and case files

Reception Duties (assist):

• Answer and direct incoming phone calls; take accurate messages

Legal Assistant Duties:

Prepare, edit, and proofread legal documents, correspondence, and filings

• Assist with document management, including filing and retrieving legal files
• Maintain case calendars, deadlines, and schedules for attorneys
• Communicate with clients, courts, and external parties under attorney supervision
• Perform data entry and maintain legal databases and case management systems
• Conduct basic legal research and fact-checking as requested
• Support attorneys in trial preparation and hearing logistics

Qualifications:

Education: High school diploma required; Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in legal studies or related field preferred

• Experience: 1–2 years in a legal or professional office environment preferred
• Skills:
• • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational abilities
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel); familiarity with legal software a plus
  • Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced environment
  • Professional appearance and demeanor
  • Standard office environment with frequent use of phones, computers, and office equipment
• May occasionally require extended hours based on workload or deadlines

Thav, Ryke and Langan, P.L.L.C. is a growing probate law firm with our primary office in Southfield, Michigan, and a growing presence in Grand Rapids. Our Grand Rapids office is already serving a strong and established client base, creating an exciting opportunity for an attorney to join us as we continue to expand.

We are a busy, hands-on firm where attorneys have the opportunity to actually practice law, appear in court, work directly with clients, and take ownership of their cases. We believe in developing our attorneys through meaningful experience and giving motivated individuals the opportunity to take on greater responsibility as they grow.

Our Grand Rapids office is an exciting area of growth for the firm. We already have an established caseload and clients in the Grand Rapids area, so the attorney joining this office will have the opportunity to step into an active practice rather than starting from scratch.

If you're looking for a firm where you can build your skills, gain substantial courtroom experience, develop your own practice, and advance your career, we'd love to have you join our team.

We're growing—and there's plenty of room to grow with us.