Legal Assistant - Commercial

Legal Assistant – Commercial & IP Litigation

Location: Royal Oak, MIJob Type: Full-TimeSalary: $60,000–$75,000 annually, commensurate with experiencePosition OverviewLHH is working with a well-established, full-service law firm is seeking an experienced Legal Assistant to join its Royal Oak office.

This position will support attorneys within Commercial Litigation and IP Litigation practices and is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.The Legal Assistant will provide comprehensive administrative and litigation support while managing multiple priorities and maintaining a high level of accuracy, professionalism, and confidentiality.Key ResponsibilitiesManage attorney calendars, dockets, deadlines, and appointmentsPrepare and complete state and federal court e-filingsSupport litigation matters, including document management, filings, discovery, and trial preparationDraft, format, and prepare correspondence, reports, and complex legal documentsScreen and respond to client calls and correspondence as appropriateAssist with attorney billing processesCreate and maintain spreadsheets, including formulas and data manipulationMaintain organized and accurate electronic client filesProactively manage workflow, deadlines, and attorney prioritiesProvide backup support to other legal assistants as neededQualifications3+ years of Legal Assistant experience, preferably supporting Commercial LitigationExperience supporting litigation matters in a deadline-driven environmentStrong knowledge of state and federal court filing proceduresExperience with discovery, filings, and trial preparation strongly preferredAbility to independently manage multiple priorities and deadlinesStrong attention to detail, organization, and follow-throughExcellent written and verbal communication skillsProfessional, proactive, and team-oriented approachTechnical SkillsAdvanced Microsoft Word skills, including document formatting, styles, and tables of contentsStrong Microsoft Excel skills, including formulas and data manipulationExperience with document management systems such as NetDocuments/NetDocs preferredExperience with legal billing systems preferredFamiliarity with Nuance or similar PDF editing software is a plusEducationHigh school diploma or equivalent requiredBachelor’s degree preferredCompensation & Benefits$60,000–$75,000 annual salary, based on experienceMedical, dental, and vision insuranceShort-term disability, life, and AD&D insurance401(k) and profit sharingFlexible spending accountsParkingEqual Opportunity Employer/Veterans/DisabledTo read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacyThe 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