Axios Professional Recruitment
Executive Recruiter at Axios Professional Recruitment
Axios Professional Recruitment has partnered with a well‑established Grand Rapids law firm seeking an experienced Legal Assistant to support attorneys in its litigation and insurance defense practice areas. The ideal candidate will bring experience in civil litigation and insurance defense, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage dictation and scheduling responsibilities in a fast‑paced professional environment.
Responsibilities
Prepare, edit, and format correspondence, pleadings, memoranda, and other legal documents
Transcribe dictation accurately and efficiently
Manage attorney calendars, including scheduling hearings, depositions, meetings, IMEs, and discovery deadlines
Maintain case files and ensure all documentation is properly organized and filed
Coordinate and track court filings, ensuring all deadlines and procedural requirements are met
Screen calls, route messages, and provide courteous and professional client service
Assist in preparing and finalizing documents for submission to courts and opposing counsel
Maintain confidentiality of sensitive client and firm information at all times
Enter and verify attorney time tickets in the billing system
Qualifications
Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Legal Assistant, preferably in litigation, insurance defense, or civil law
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and case management software
Experience with dictation and transcription required
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to proofread and edit documents for accuracy
Professional demeanor and the ability to maintain confidentiality at all times
Axios Professional Recruitment – an entirely employee‑owned company – is the largest independent employer in West Michigan. Our mission is to connect people with meaningful, long‑lasting, and enjoyable careers. Since 1988, we’ve matched over 300,000 professionals with leading employers across West Michigan.
Seniority level Mid‑Senior level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Legal and Administrative
Industries Law Practice
Benefits
Medical insurance
Vision insurance
401(k)
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Responsibilities
Prepare, edit, and format correspondence, pleadings, memoranda, and other legal documents
Transcribe dictation accurately and efficiently
Manage attorney calendars, including scheduling hearings, depositions, meetings, IMEs, and discovery deadlines
Maintain case files and ensure all documentation is properly organized and filed
Coordinate and track court filings, ensuring all deadlines and procedural requirements are met
Screen calls, route messages, and provide courteous and professional client service
Assist in preparing and finalizing documents for submission to courts and opposing counsel
Maintain confidentiality of sensitive client and firm information at all times
Enter and verify attorney time tickets in the billing system
Qualifications
Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Legal Assistant, preferably in litigation, insurance defense, or civil law
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and case management software
Experience with dictation and transcription required
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to proofread and edit documents for accuracy
Professional demeanor and the ability to maintain confidentiality at all times
Axios Professional Recruitment – an entirely employee‑owned company – is the largest independent employer in West Michigan. Our mission is to connect people with meaningful, long‑lasting, and enjoyable careers. Since 1988, we’ve matched over 300,000 professionals with leading employers across West Michigan.
Seniority level Mid‑Senior level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Legal and Administrative
Industries Law Practice
Benefits
Medical insurance
Vision insurance
401(k)
#J-18808-Ljbffr