Legal Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

At Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C., our mission is to provide clients with access to the most creative, cost-effective solutions for their various legal issues. We are always accessible, responsive, and attentive to detail. We will vigorously fight for the interests of our clients by providing the most innovative and effective representation in our field.

The firm prides itself on its exemplary timelines, client communications, and corporate compliance. Our continued commitment to advancing default technology has provided significant value and savings to our clients nationwide. Moreover, the education, experience, and dedication of our attorneys and staff allow us to handle our clients’ diverse problems in a professional and timely manner.

Our attorneys and staff are proud of our history serving the mortgage industry. We are dedicated to the interests of our clients, our people, and our community. We strive to address their needs and meet their expectations efficiently and effectively – and we do so with integrity, insight, and innovation.

If you're looking to join a growth-oriented and friendly work environment, apply today!

Legal Assistant Position Summary:
This Legal Assistant position is responsible for ensuring smooth processing and effective case management in the Litigations-Evictions department by providing legal clerical and processing support. They must communicate cross-functionally with clients, courts, and attorneys in a timely and professional manner. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, has strong organizational skills, and a passion for delivering exceptional client service.

Legal Assistant Job Responsibilities:

• Draft and prepare legal documents for court filing, including pleadings, motions, and correspondence, with a focus on accuracy and compliance.
• Effectively manage electronic filing of legal documents through state and federal court systems, ensuring timely and error-free submissions in accordance with court requirements.
• Serve as a key point of contact for clients, courts, opposing counsel, and vendors, responding promptly to inquiries via email, phone, and voicemail. 
• Provide clear, accurate updates on case status and escalate complex matters as needed to achieve satisfactory outcomes for clients.
• Serve as a liaison for process servers to coordinate services, monitor performance, and identify trends to ensure high-quality service delivery.
• Maintain and update case files, track deadlines, and ensure the timely progression of cases through the legal process, including eviction and related proceedings.
• Perform data entry, maintain case management systems, and ensure all documentation adheres to internal standard operating procedures and external regulatory requirements.
• Perform all other duties as assigned by supervisor(s).
  

Required Qualifications and Skills:

• High school diploma required; Associate's degree or higher preferred.
• 1-3 years of legal assistant or paralegal experience required; 4+ years preferred.
• Prior experience in default servicing, creditors' rights, landlord-tenant, evictions, or real estate law (plaintiff representation) preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Knowledge of Michigan court procedures and filing requirements.

What We Offer You:

• Competitive pay rates
  
• Paid time off (PTO) + paid holidays
• Medical (Blue-Cross Blue-Shield + Blue Care Network) insurance options
• Vision and Dental insurance options
• 401(k) Traditional and Roth retirement savings plans 
• Employer-funded profit-sharing and pension plans
• Company-paid long-term disability and basic life insurance
• Company-organized Volunteer opportunities
• Commitment to providing work-life balance
• Team bonding events, gift raffles, annual holiday party, and more!

This is a full-time, in-office position, Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., averaging 40 hours per week. Overtime hours may become available and required based on business needs.