[Remote] Legal Secretary

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Robert Half is recruiting for a Legal Secretary to support attorneys in a busy family law practice in Southfield. The role focuses on preparing legal documents, coordinating court filings and calendars, maintaining case records, and communicating with clients and other parties.

Responsibilities

• Support attorneys with daily legal and administrative work related to active family law matters, helping keep cases organized and on schedule
• Prepare, edit, and finalize legal correspondence, pleadings, motions, and related documents with close attention to formatting and accuracy
• Submit electronic filings with the appropriate courts and track important due dates to help ensure timely compliance
• Manage attorney schedules by coordinating hearings, depositions, mediations, meetings, court appearances, and client consultations
• Create, organize, and maintain both digital and paper case records so files remain current and easy to access
• Serve as a detail-focused point of contact for clients, court personnel, opposing counsel, and other involved parties regarding scheduling and case updates
• Assemble and organize case materials needed for hearings, mediations, depositions, and trial preparation
• Review and route incoming mail, court notices, and other legal documents, ensuring information is properly recorded and distributed
• Handle sensitive client and case information with a high level of discretion and confidentiality
• Provide broader office and attorney support as priorities shift, including assistance with additional legal and administrative projects

Skills

• Previous experience in a Legal Secretary, Legal Assistant, or comparable legal support position
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, especially Word and Outlook
• Demonstrated strength in proofreading, document formatting, organization, and time management
• Ability to balance competing priorities and maintain accuracy across multiple active cases
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with a detail-oriented and composed approach
• Sound judgment and discretion when working with confidential and sensitive legal information
• All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States
• Background supporting family law matters is preferred
• Familiarity with Michigan court practices and electronic filing procedures is strongly preferred

Benefits

• Free online training.
• Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance.
• Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in the company 401(k) plan.

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