Miller Johnson
Legal Administrative Assistant- Labor & Employment
Miller Johnson, Lansing, Michigan, United States
Legal Administrative Assistant- Labor & Employment
Miller Johnson, one of Michigan’s largest full-service law firms, is seeking an experienced Legal Administrative Assistant for our Labor & Employment practice group in downtown Grand Rapids.
Responsibilities
Coordinate administrative and practice group related tasks and projects to support attorneys.
Manage complex calendars and schedule meetings, hearings, mediations, arbitrations, depositions, client calls, and internal deadlines.
Track and manage litigation and agency deadlines, including state and federal court filings and administrative agency matters (e.g., EEOC, NLRB, MDCR).
Prepare, edit, proofread, and assemble legal documents and correspondence, including engagement letters, client communications, pleadings, discovery, motions, briefs, position statements, and settlement agreements.
Finalize court and agency filings by ensuring compliance with applicable rules and electronic filing requirements (e.g., ECF for federal court and relevant state/agency portals).
Coordinate new client intake and matter openings, including conflict checks, engagement letters, and matter setup in firm systems.
Support billing and time‑keeping processes, including matter management, expense entries, and monthly billing coordination.
Interact professionally with clients and other team members via phone, email, and in person.
Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Minimum of 2 years of legal administrative experience required.
Labor & Employment practice group experience, including docketing and knowledge of court and agency processes and procedures required; familiarity with BEC preferred.
Advanced knowledge and proficiency in MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) required.
Excellent grammar and communication skills required.
Ability to maintain confidentiality of client and firm information required.
Benefits and Compensation We offer competitive wages, flexible scheduling, paid time off, and annual performance reviews and pay increases. Our benefit package includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability insurance, paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, adoption assistance, and a 401(k) retirement plan.
Location: Grand Rapids Metropolitan Area – Salary $60,000.00–$68,000.00.
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Miller Johnson by 2x.
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Legal
Industry Law Practice
We are an equal opportunity employer.
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Responsibilities
Coordinate administrative and practice group related tasks and projects to support attorneys.
Manage complex calendars and schedule meetings, hearings, mediations, arbitrations, depositions, client calls, and internal deadlines.
Track and manage litigation and agency deadlines, including state and federal court filings and administrative agency matters (e.g., EEOC, NLRB, MDCR).
Prepare, edit, proofread, and assemble legal documents and correspondence, including engagement letters, client communications, pleadings, discovery, motions, briefs, position statements, and settlement agreements.
Finalize court and agency filings by ensuring compliance with applicable rules and electronic filing requirements (e.g., ECF for federal court and relevant state/agency portals).
Coordinate new client intake and matter openings, including conflict checks, engagement letters, and matter setup in firm systems.
Support billing and time‑keeping processes, including matter management, expense entries, and monthly billing coordination.
Interact professionally with clients and other team members via phone, email, and in person.
Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Minimum of 2 years of legal administrative experience required.
Labor & Employment practice group experience, including docketing and knowledge of court and agency processes and procedures required; familiarity with BEC preferred.
Advanced knowledge and proficiency in MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) required.
Excellent grammar and communication skills required.
Ability to maintain confidentiality of client and firm information required.
Benefits and Compensation We offer competitive wages, flexible scheduling, paid time off, and annual performance reviews and pay increases. Our benefit package includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability insurance, paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, adoption assistance, and a 401(k) retirement plan.
Location: Grand Rapids Metropolitan Area – Salary $60,000.00–$68,000.00.
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Miller Johnson by 2x.
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Legal
Industry Law Practice
We are an equal opportunity employer.
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