Litigation Legal Assistant

About the Position

Warner Norcross + Judd is seeking a Litigation Legal Assistant to join our team in Detroit. The Legal Assistant role provides comprehensive support to timekeeping roles within the firm, including Partners, Associates, and Paralegals. This role involves performing a variety of administrative and clerical tasks to ensure the efficiency of legal processes and provide exceptional client service. The ideal candidate will have excellent organizational skills, a strong attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining a high standard of work.

The role is full time Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. It is based out of our Detroit, Michigan office.

• Prepare, format, proofread, and manage a variety of legal documents, correspondence, pleadings, and client materials, ensuring accuracy and compliance with firm standards.
• Maintain electronic client and matter files, including document management, records organization, matter opening, and file conversions.
• Coordinate court filings, docket management, and interactions with federal, state, and local courts and agencies while tracking deadlines and case-related commitments.
• Manage attorney calendars, travel arrangements, meetings, expenses, and project timelines to support efficient practice operations.
• Review and process time entries, billing information, and client billing memos, ensuring accuracy and adherence to firm billing procedures.
• Provide exceptional administrative support by handling client communications, coordinating with internal teams and vendors, delegating tasks as appropriate, and serving as backup support to ensure seamless coverage.
• The areas of law served will include appellate, automotive, probate, and other areas as needed.

Success in this role comes from a strong commitment to teamwork, client service, adaptability, respect, and excellence. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and proactive, with excellent communication and time‑management skills, a collaborative mindset, strong problem‑solving abilities, technical proficiency, and the ability to handle confidential information with integrity and professionalism. A basic understanding of legal terminology and a dedication to delivering exceptional client service are also key to thriving in this position.

Experience, Education, and Training:

• 3+ years of equivalent training and experience;
• Experience with litigation procedures and e‑filing requirements in Wayne, Oakland, and Macomb County courts strongly preferred;
• Experience supporting multiple attorneys/timekeepers in a fast‑paced legal environment required;
• High School Diploma or equivalent required;
• Associate or bachelor's degree preferred;
• Advanced proficiency in computer software and applications, including Microsoft Suites.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Firm‑paid life insurance and disability coverage
• 401(k) with employer contribution or match, depending on plan design
• Generous paid time off and leave programs
• Paid firm holidays
• Remote work flexibility
• Wellness programs
• Employee assistance program
• Professional development and growth opportunities

Warner Norcross + Judd is an equal‑employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute.