Litigation Legal Assistant
Michael Best & Friedrich LLPHighlight
Summary
About the Role
About You
- High School Diploma or equivalent; higher diploma or degree preferred.
- 2 - 3 years of experience in a legal environment, preferably in litigation.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and technology literate.
- Exceptional communication skills and strong organizational skills.
- Experience with iManage or similar document management systems.
- Familiarity with CourtAlert and electronic billing software.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Benefits
- Competitive base pay with annual merit review/incentive pay.
- Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, and vision care.
- 401(k) with company contribution and generous PTO plus 10 paid holidays.
- Opportunities for professional growth and specialized training programs.
Businesses need more from a law firm than skilled advice and representation alone — they need a long-term strategic partner like Michael Best. Michael Best is a leading law firm, providing a full range of legal services to clients on a global, regional, and local basis. The firm has more than 400 legal professionals, including over 300 lawyers, serving clients in 18 offices across the U.S. in California; Colorado; Illinois; Nebraska; North Carolina; Texas; Utah; Washington, D.C.; and Wisconsin. Michael Best’s areas of practice include: AI services, intellectual property, labor and employment relations (including employee benefits), litigation, corporate and transactional, environmental and natural resources, privacy and cybersecurity, real estate, regulatory, tax, and wealth planning. The firm serves a variety of industries, such as advanced manufacturing, agribusiness, digital technology, energy, food and beverage, higher education, and life sciences.