POSITION: Michigan Indian Legal Services (MILS) is seeking to fill a part-time Legal Assistant and Intake Screener position. The Legal Assistant will provide crucial support services to the legal team, helping to streamline operations and enhance productivity. This role requires exceptional organizational skills, a high degree of attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently. The Legal Assistant will play a key role in facilitating the smooth operation of the legal department by assisting with document management, scheduling, and communication tasks.
DESCRIPTION OF PROGRAM: MILS, is a statewide provider of free legal services to low income Native Americans and tribes. MILS represents individuals, families, tribes and organizations in cases that span a range of tribal and federal Indian law cases.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Responsible for answering incoming calls and requests; performing intake screening for clients and case management system data entry; provide assistance with case work; responsible for assuring that all requests by attorneys are performed in a manner that assures that attorneys receive the high quality work that is expected of professionals; typing; creating new case files, filing, document retention; assisting in the preparation, formatting, and editing of legal documents and reports to ensure accuracy and compliance with company standards; assist with the managing of the legal team's calendar, including scheduling meetings, appointments, and deadlines; machine operation: copier/scanner/fax, telephone; greeting clients or vendors; processing incoming and outgoing mail; maintain outreach materials and data entry of outreach activities; attend outreach events as requested; assist in file organization and scheduling clients if requested; and other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS: High school education, additional certification in legal or administrative fields is a plus; Previous experience in an administrative support role, preferably within a legal or corporate setting; Strong organizational and time management skills, with a proven ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously; Excellent verbal and written communication skills; Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and experience with legal document management software; Ability to work independently and as part of a team, demonstrating initiative and problem-solving skills; Discretion in handling confidential information; and Experience working with Native Americans and low income individuals preferred.
BENEFITS: This is a part-time, hourly position ($23-27 depending on experience). MILS is an equal opportunity employer and encourages minorities, women, and persons with disabilities to apply. GTB’s TERO applies.
Please send resume, cover letter, and references to:
Cameron Ann Fraser, Executive Director
Michigan Indian Legal Services
cfraser@mils3.org
814 S. Garfield Ave., Suite A
Traverse City, MI 49686
231-947-0122