Administrative Assistant – High Net Worth – Detroit Office

Bodman PLC is one of Michigan’s leading business law firms with more than 150 lawyers and four offices. Bodman has a diverse client base that includes individuals and businesses in a variety of industries.

We are looking for an Administrative Assistant to join our team. We are seeking a talented individual who is committed to excellence and who thrives in an environment of collaboration.

Job Purpose: Work as part of a team of attorneys, paralegals, clerks and office services staff on estate planning, and other matters for our high net worth clients. Transcribe and type correspondence, memoranda and time records as well as perform a variety of administrative secretarial duties for attorneys to whom you are assigned according to established policies and procedures.

Working with us, you will:

• Assist with secretarial overflow to include:
• Create, edit, compile, print and save documents to document management system.
• Prepare attorney time records; process bills; proof billing sheets; and review and edit bills.
• Establish and maintain client and firm files; manage daily mail; request conflict of interest checks and maintain attorney calendars and deadline reminder systems.
• Work closely with administrative support staff (word processing, office services, receptionists, etc.).
• Maintain good relations with clients and their support team; and observe confidentiality of attorney-client relationship.
• Collaborate with junior and senior level attorneys, paralegals and supervise file clerk.

An ideal candidate has:

• Prior work as a legal secretary or administrative assistant.
• Ability to transcribe legal documents, correspondence and reports from rough draft or dictation.
• Ability to organize and prioritize numerous tasks and complete them under time constraints.
• Excellent interpersonal skills – one who can communicate effectively in a courteous and diplomatic fashion.
• Experience in a document management system and time entry system preferred, but not required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Outlook.

For immediate consideration, forward your resume and salary requirements to: jobopportunities@bodmanlaw.com.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Bodman PLC recruits, hires and promotes for all positions without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, age, sexual orientation, handicap, or veteran status.