Legal Assistant - Municipal

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Summary

With over 75 years of operation, Mika Meyers is a full-service law firm representing individuals, businesses, and local governments. The Firm offers services in a broad spectrum of practice areas - and a level of accessibility that is second to none. Mika Meyers provides the same quality of service as a large firm, but in a relationship-driven and cost-effective manner. With the main location in Grand Rapids, the firm has additional locations in Manistee and Caledonia.

Position

Mika Meyers is currently seeking a full-time legal assistant for a position in its Grand Rapids office. Prior experience or exposure in public finance, municipal, zoning, and real estate law practice areas. Experience in litigation is a plus. Our ideal candidate should possess proficiency in Office 365 (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and Adobe) and document management programs.

Responsibilities Include:

• Assisting with document preparation
• Managing paper and electronic files for ease of use and accuracy
• maintaining calendars and arranging meetings
• Distributing confidential correspondence
• Maintaining strict confidentiality in all aspects of firm
• Working in a team structured environment
• Other legal assistant related tasks as needed

Qualifications

The ideal candidate must demonstrate exceptional client service, independent judgment, and sound discretion. Must provide concise and effective written and verbal communication skills, detail-oriented with strong organizational and time management skills. Proficiency in Office 365 (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and Adobe) and document management software is a plus. Candidates with a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or equivalent experience preferred. Compensation will be commensurate with education, skills, and experience.

Benefits:

• Health Insurance
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• Group Long and Short-Term Disability
• Generous 401(K) contributions
• Paid time off and paid holidays

Additional:

• Paid attached covered parking
• Pleasant work environment

If interested, please send your resume and transcript to, Kim Kooy, Mika Meyers, 900 Monroe Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503. No phone calls, please. Mika Meyers is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $24.00 - $26.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• AD&D insurance
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Free parking
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• How many years of experience do you have working in a law firm?
• How many years of experience to you have supporting attorneys in the areas of public finance, municipal, zoning, or real estate law practice areas?

Ability to Commute:

• Grand Rapids, MI 49503 (Required)

Work Location: In person