There are countless Web sites that provide employment information.  Unfortunately, very few are devoted especially to legal assisting jobs.  The best way to get the inside scoop on available jobs, and to land the job you really want, is by networking.  Ask your legal assisting professors; visit with friends in the business and co-workers; and contact your local county bar association (many run formal or ad hoc job banks).  Keep your ear to the ground at the courthouse to find out who may be looking for a legal assistant.  The links I've put here list jobs, but keep in mind that anyone with a computer and access to the Web can find out about these openings, too.

	Association of Legal Administrators Job Bank -- a job resource for legal administrators, managers, and others, including legal assistants.
	Best Jobs USA -- an online classified ad site that contains a category for "Professional" where you may find some legal assistant job listings.
	Contract Counsel -- a legal placement firm that places legal assistants in temporary and permanent positions.
	Findlaw -- this link takes you directly to the legal employment page of this mega legal directory.
	Job Links for Lawyers -- if none of the other links on this Page help you find what you are looking for, check out this site. And don't be fooled by the name.  While lots of the links you'll find are specifically for lawyers, most are not.  This site is HUGE; if you can't find what you're looking for here, it probably doesn't exist.
	Law.Com Career Center -- an online classified ad site that allows legal support professionals, including legal assistants, to search for jobs.
	Lawyers Weekly Classifieds -- recruiting ads from the various state Lawyers Weekly news journals.
	Legal Assistant Management Association Job Bank --  a searchable job bank for legal assistants and legal assistant managers.
	Monster.com -- a searchable job bank that includes a category for "legal."
	Nation Job Legal Jobs Page -- a pretty good site that lists legal jobs, including legal assisting jobs, by state and region.
	National Association of Legal Assistants Career Net -- a fee-based service that matches employers with job seekers.
	National Federation of Paralegal Associations Career Center -- includes a searchable jobs database, a listing of recruiters, and a referral service.
	Paralegal Classifieds -- a subscription site that purports to list hundreds of current legal assistant job classifieds.
	Special Counsel -- a legal placement firm that places legal assistants in temporary and permanent positions.

Employer Postings

Jobs

Corporate legal department located in Oakland County is seeking a legal assistant.  The preferred applicant will have a clerical background with paralegal training or experience.  This opportunity presents room for growth, and duties and responsibilities will expand over time.  Interested candidates should contact Linda Jevahirian, Legal Search and Management, Inc., at 248-471-3443, or by email at lindajev@aol.com.  Posted October 6, 2003.

Large national law firm located in downtown Detroit is looking for a sharp paralegal with experience working with  large-scale, complex, multi-district toxic tort matters.  Litigation experience is a must.  Email resumes to kzemens@contractcounsel.com.  Posted Oct. 2, 2003.

Downtown Detroit law firm is seeking a legal secretary with a minimum of 3 years experience to support a Senior Partner.  Candidates must be highly organized, have experience handling confidential information, meeting set-up, making travel arrangements and work well under pressure.  Bankruptcy experience helpful. Excellent salary and benefit package. Please send resumes to Lynn DeLap at ldelap@contractcounsel.com referencing Job No. 1899. Posted Oct. 2, 2003.

Oakland County intellectual property firm is seeking a full-time experienced legal secretary. Duties include opening files, some dictation, completing forms, interacting with the patent office, and assisting with litigation. Business casual environment. Please send resumes to Lynn DeLap at ldelap@contractcounsel.com referencing Job No. 1875.  Posted Oct. 2, 2003.

Detroit law firm is seeking a direct-hire paralegal with a minimum of 3 years experience in product and premises liability. Heavy client contact experience required. Duties will be broad in scope. Immediate availability is desirable. Please send resumes to Lynn DeLap at ldelap@contractcounsel.com referencing Job No. 1874.  Posted Oct. 2, 2003.

Direct-hire paralegal for commercial loan work out opportunity needed at an Oakland County corporation. A minimum of 2 years bankruptcy, heavy research and UCC experience required. Must be a self starter and enjoy working in a team environment. Please send resume to Lynn DeLap at ldelap@contractcounsel.com referencing Job No. 1865.  Posted Oct. 2, 2003.

Detroit law firm seeking receptionist. Individual must have excellent phone skills and be able to handle a 10 line phone. Responsibilities will include greeting clients, handling mail and faxes, typing as needed. Please send resumes to Lynn DeLap at ldelap@contractcounsel.com referencing Job No. 1863.  Posted Oct. 2, 2003.

Paralegal needed for an opportunity with a title insurance company located in Troy, MI. The company facilitates commercial real estate closings all over the nation. The candidate should be someone who is open to working in an alternative capacity outside of the typical law firm setting. This is a sales position that requires the development of new business by calling upon law firms and corporations. Someone who knows the real estate business and can bring a book of business is preferred. Interested candidates can submit resumes to Lynn DeLap at ldelap@contractcounsel.com referencing Job No. 1835.  Posted Oct. 2, 2003.

Major Metro Detroit auto parts supplier is in need of a patent legal secretary who enjoys being relied upon and who can handle a high volume, sophisticated workload. Candidate should have prior patent experience, and be interested in a career opportunity. Familiarity with a patent docketing system, CPI or Master Data a plus but not necessary. Duties include: maintaining patent docket, corresponding with patent office, preparing Information Disclosure Statements, corresponding with foreign associates, corresponding with outside counsel, preparing patent applications, assignments and declarations. Experience with Word is necessary. Excel and PowerPoint experience is helpful. A very attractive salary will be offered that will be commensurate with your experience. The benefits offered by this company are superb. A four year degree is also a plus. This is a position for a good thinker! Please email your resume to Lynn DeLap at ldelap@contractcounsel.com.  Posted Oct. 2, 2003.

Suburban Detroit Fortune 500 corporation is offering a tremendously challenging position to a litigation paralegal. Must have employment experience. Products and commercial experience is a plus. Experience with corporate secretarial functions i.e. drafting minutes, resolutions and dealing wth a complicated corporate structure helpful. Compensation is mid $40K plus bonus. Normal work hours are 8am to 5pm. Duties include intake to drafting to coordinating discovery. Will also attend mediations. This position is not for every litigation paralegal however it is a real opportunity for the right paralegal. If you have many but not all of the requirements associated with this opportunity, please apply. A four year degree and paralegal certificate helpful. Please forward your resume Lynn Delap at ldelap@contractcounsel.com referencing Job No. 1829.  Posted Oct. 2, 2003.

Large downtown law firm is seeking a direct-hire legal secretary to support two attorneys in the anti-trust area. Must have 2 years of litigation experience, type a minimum of 65 wpm, and be familiar with Word. Some overtime will be required. Please send resumes to Lynn DeLap at ldelap@contractcounsel.com referencing Job No. 1797.  Posted Oct. 2, 2003.

Direct-hire real estate legal assistant position available with one of Michigan's top firms. Candidates must have a bachelor's degree and experience with titles and leases. Please send resumes to Lynn DeLap at ldelap@contractcounsel.com referencing Job No. 1790.  Posted Oct. 2, 2003.

Downtown Detroit law firm is seeking a paralegel for a contract opportunity with a minimum of 2 years experience in insurance defense. Must have excellent writing skills. Responsibilities include writing briefs and motions, research and preparing fact finding letters.  Please send resumes to Lynn DeLap at ldelap@contractcounsel.com referencing Job No. 1736.  Posted Oct. 2, 2003.

Opportunity for legal assistants. Basic document review contract assignment. Must be professional and available to start immediately. Previous document review experience a plus. Please send your resume to Lynn DeLap at ldelap@contractcounsel.com referencing Job No. 1705.  Posted Oct. 2, 2003.

Automotive corporation is in need of contract legal assistants to work within discovery and litigation support groups. Four-year degree; 2-year legal assistant certificate required. Must posses good communication and computer skills.  Please send resumes to Lynn DeLap at ldelap@contractcounsel.com referencing Job No. 1664.  Posted Oct. 2, 2003.

Busy downtown Ann Arbor law office is seeking a full-time legal assistant with excellent computer, communication, and proofreading skills.  Time management skills and attention to detail a must.  Estate planning and bookkeeping experience a plus.  Send resume and college transcript to J. Michael Meade, Attorney, 210 E. Huron, Ste., B, Ann Arbor, MI 48104, Attn: Karen Beggs.  Materials may be faxed to (734) 332-8701, or emailed to elderlaw@ameritech.net.  Posted Sept. 14, 2003.

Document preparation candidates needed for legal opportunity with large document production facility.  Ideal candidates will have strong attention to detail; proven track record of showing pride in their work; ability to sit and read documents for long periods of time; excellent communication skills; strong work ethic; and ability to work on short deadlines.  No prior legal experience required.  Compensation starting at $10 per hour with performance-based raises available.  Email resume in Word format to Jason Manke at detroit@specialcounsel.com.  Posted Sept. 14, 2003.

Detroit law firm is seeking a paralegal with 3 to 5 years of experience in product and premises liability.  Heavy client contact experience required.  Duties will be broad in scope.  Immediate availability is desired. Email resumes to kzemens@contractcounsel.com.  Posted Sept. 14, 2003.

Detroit law firm seeks litigation paralegal with 3 to 5 years of experience.  Must be professional and have a stable work history. Email resumes to kzemens@contractcounsel.com.  Posted Sept. 14, 2003.

Asbestos paralegals needed for temporary opportunities in both Livonia and Dearborn. Interested candidates must have prior toxic tort experience specifically in the area of asbestos litigation. Email resumes to kzemens@contractcounsel.com.  Posted Sept. 1, 2003.

Experienced real estate paralegal needed for Troy corporation.  The ideal candidate must be skilled in real estate closings as well as commercial real estate surveys.  Email resumes to kzemens@contractcounsel.com.  Posted Sept. 1, 2003.

Paralegal needed full-time, Monday - Friday 8:30 A.M. to 5:00 P.M., to handle the overflow and supplement the support staff of an extremely busy 3 attorney, general practice law office in Brighton.  Salary and benefits negotiable.  Requirements include good communication and organizational skills, good typing and computer skills, ability to work with minimal supervision, and familiarity with court proceedings and documents.  Duties will include preparing complaints, motions, discovery documents, and responsive pleadings (both independently and from dictation), scheduling appointments, depositions, and court hearings, and general office duties.  Send resume and cover letter with availability and salary requirements to Legal Services, P.C., Attn: Stephanie, 9812 E. Grand River, Brighton, MI 48116.  Posted Sept. 1, 2003.

Law firm seeks insurance defense legal assistant with 3-5 years litigation experience, as well as solid insurance defense experience.  Ideal candidate will be able to handle demanding work environment and will have outstanding organization skills and the ability to balance and prioritize competing demands.  Bachelor's degree required; paralegal credential helpful.  This is a temporary/contract to direct hire position.  Email resume in Word format to Jason Manke at detroit@specialcounsel.com.  Posted Sept. 1, 2003.

Corporation needs in-house litigation/corporate governance legal assistant.  Emphasis on employment-related litigation.  Will assist staff attorneys with general commercial issues, specifically including management of the general commercial litigation docket, including discovery preparation.  Must have outstanding organizational skills and the ability to balance and prioritize competing demands.  Must be computer-literate, preferably with Word and Excel, and must be able to develop reports from a computerized database.  Excellent spelling and grammatical skills and attention to detail required.  Bachelor's degree required; paralegal credential helpful.  This is a direct hire position.  Email resume in Word format to Jason Manke at detroit@specialcounsel.com.  Posted Sept. 1, 2003.

Law firm needs litigation paralegal who fits the following criteria: (1) has a bachelor's degree in legal assistant studies, or is a candidate for a bachelor's degree and has a legal assistant certificate; (2) three to five years' solid full-time employment with a single employer (law firm or corporate); (3) three to five years' experience as a corporate litigation paralegal in a larger firm or corporation, with experience in handling large cases; (4) significant experience handling large-volume document management projects, summarizing depositions, summarizing and reviewing medical records, handling requests and responses to discovery, and handling client, opposing counsel, and court inquiries.  This is a direct hire position.  Email resume in Word format to Jason Manke at detroit@specialcounsel.com.  Posted Sept. 1, 2003.

Commercial real estate paralegal needed.  Ideal candidate will have 5+ years' experience.  Closing, survey, and title experience helpful but not required.  Qualified candidates will have (1) 5+ years of commercial real estate experience; (2) bachelor's degree from an ABA-approved program; (3) proficiency with Microsoft Word; (4) good organizational and analytical skills, and the ability to apply these skills independently; and (5) the ability to demonstrate proficiency in real estate legal matters.  This is a direct hire position.  Email resume in Word format to Jason Manke at detroit@specialcounsel.com.  Posted Sept. 1, 2003.

Internships

Students: Before applying for, accepting, or starting any internship experience that you seek to have satisfy the required Program Internship (LEGL 416), you MUST first contact Professor Kustron.  You are also strongly encouraged to review the Program policy regarding Internships.

Domestic Violence Project/SAFE House seeks interns to work with the Legal Advocacy Program of the Domestic Violence Project.  Interns will gain experience working with survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault.  This internship is unpaid, but will give solid experience in the legal system (both civil and criminal) and will provide the opportunity to learn more about legal processes in Washtenaw County.  Those interested in pursuing a career working with victims of domestic violence or sexual assault are strongly encouraged to apply.  Please send a cover letter, resume, and writing sample to Attn: Lore Rogers, P.O. Box 7052, Ann Arbor, MI 48107.  For more information, contact Stacey at (734) 973-0242 x233, or by email at staceys@dvpsh.org.

Law Office of Guy A. Clark II, 32900 Five Mile Road, Ste. 280, Livonia MI 48154; (734) 513-5790; fax (734) 421-5591.  Mr. Clark is a sole practitioner in Livonia.  His practice concentrates in family and matrimonial law.  Specifically, he handles cases involving divorce, custody, child and spousal support, post-judgment modifications, paternity, and related matters.  Related matters frequently include tax, real estate, business valuation, DNA testing, property valuation, and domestic abuse issues.  Students will find a fast-paced office with a litigation-type atmosphere that requires an eye to detail and quick thinking.  Mr. Clark has a technologically sophisticated office; interns will be encouraged to develop and use these skills.  Regularly used operating systems and applications include Microsoft XP, Microsoft Office XP, Outlook Express, PCLaw, Corel WordPerfect, and Palm.  Mr. Clark is willing to accept up to three interns in a semester.  His office offers a great opportunity for students interested in litigation and family law.  You can contact him at the numbers above, or by email at clarkguy@glis.net, or through www.lawyers.com/guyclark (site is still under construction).

Law Office of Joel S. Welber, 2010 Hogback Rd., Ste. 2, Ann Arbor, MI 48105; (734) 971-2688; fax (734) 971-9759.  Mr. Welber is a sole practitioner and is also a faculty member at the EMU College of Business.  He specializes in estate planning and probate matters for families with disabled children or family members.  Interns will be exposed to a variety of matters and tasks, such as preparation of estate planning documents, drafting and filing probate and other court-related documents, client contact, basic office administration, and probate court procedures.  The Program has placed several interns with Mr. Welber's office, and all have reported very positive experiences.  Interested students should contact Sharon Kwolek, Legal Assistant, at the number above between 8:30 AM and 1:00 PM.

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