Overview
Litigation Legal Assistant Jobs in Michigan, United States at National LGBTQ+ Bar Association
Title: Litigation Legal Assistant
Company: National LGBTQ+ Bar Association
Location: Michigan, United States
Job Summary
We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Litigation Assistant to support a fast-paced legal team during Pacific Time business hours. This role involves task tracking, document support, deadline management, and ongoing coordination with attorneys and paralegals to ensure litigation workflows remain on schedule and compliant with firm standards.
Must be able to commute to one of the following Office Locations*:
Ann Arbor
Detroit
Grand Rapids
Lansing
Saginaw
Troy
Must be able to support PST hours, Monday through Friday; 10:30 am to 6:30 pm PST (12:30 to 8:30 CST)
Key Responsibilities
Task & Workflow Support
Track and follow up on assigned litigation tasks to ensure timely completion
Monitor legal support workloads and adjust priorities as needed
Maintain daily communication with attorneys and support staff regarding task status and deadlines
Coordinate with teams to ensure that tasks are accurately delegated and completed within scope
Document & Case Support
Assist with document preparation, editing, formatting, and e-filing
Organize and maintain case files and litigation documents in accordance with firm protocols
Support new matter intake, calendaring, and legal hold processes
Conduct basic records review and compile supporting materials for pleadings or motions
Communication & Collaboration
Serve as a point of contact for task updates and progress reporting
Ensure smooth collaboration between attorneys, paralegals, and administrative teams
Escalate delays or potential bottlenecks before they affect deadlines
Coordinate across time zones when needed to support distributed teams
Compliance & Quality Assurance
Ensure all documents meet formatting, procedural, and confidentiality standards
Review outgoing filings and correspondence for accuracy
Follow internal best practices for task tracking, version control, and documentation
Qualifications & Requirements
5+ years minimum Litigation Support Experience
Strong skills in document revision, docketing, and e-filing
Solid understanding of legal procedures, terminology, and litigation document workflows
Experience supporting attorneys in high-volume caseloads and deadline-driven environments
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook), Adobe Acrobat
Familiarity with Bighand, legal task management systems, or workflow tracking tools a plus
Excellent time management and multitasking skills
Strong attention to detail and proactive communication style
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
