Paralegal

Owner @ KLM Staffing | Professional Placement

Paralegal

Law Firm is seeking an experienced federal court litigation paralegal to work on our Class Action and Wage & Hour litigation team in the firm’s Southfield, Michigan office. MUST HAVE FEDERAL COURT EXPERIENCE.

In this regular, full-time, non-exempt position, the paralegal will support our attorneys in their representation of clients at every stage of litigation, including intake and pre-suit investigation, discovery, motion practice, pre-trial proceedings, dispute resolution, and trial.

This is a fast‑paced and busy practice group requiring collaborative working relationships, attention to detail, effective communication, and a desire to learn and grow in the practice.

• Collecting pertinent information from prospective clients during phone interviews.
• Collaborating with attorneys and professional staff to evaluate legal claims, request and review critical records, and communicate with prospective clients throughout the intake process.
• Investigating the facts surrounding potential claims.
• Preparing legal documents, including pleadings, motions, briefs, affidavits, discovery requests, case evaluation summaries, and demand letters, as directed by attorneys.
• Researching the law associated with each case.
• Analyzing and summarizing deposition transcripts, answers to interrogatories, and other material.
• Meeting with clients and other professionals to discuss details of the case.
• Communicating with clients.
• Working with attorneys, other paralegals, and professional staff.
• Interviewing experts and witnesses.
• Attending federal and state court proceedings with attorneys, as needed.

• Ten or more years of experience working on federal court litigation cases in a law firm setting.
• Class Action and/or FLSA case experience is a plus.
• Superior writing skills and competency in legal research and writing.
• Solid organizational skills and the ability to work independently in a fast‑paced litigation environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Outlook, and Excel.
• Knowledge of Right Signature, Needles CMS, Law Ruler, or similar intake and practice management software programs is preferred.

Business hours are 8:30 am to 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday, but additional work may be necessary. This is an office‑based position in our Southfield, Michigan office, with up to two remote workdays per week.

A background check may be required, in accordance with applicable employment laws.

Law Firm is an equal opportunity employer.

Interested candidates are asked to submit a résumé and compensation requirements to

• Base pay range: $65,000.00/yr - $80,000.00/yr.

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid maternity leave
• Paid paternity leave
• Disability insurance

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Administrative

Legal Services and Law Practice