Litigation Paralegal/Legal Secretary Supervisor
Location: Southfield, MI (Onsite)
Type: Full-Time, Direct Hire
Position Summary
A growing legal organization is seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal Supervisor to lead and support a team of litigation paralegals. This role oversees daily operations, workflow management, and quality execution across pre- and post-judgment litigation matters. The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader with strong litigation knowledge, supervisory experience, and the ability to align team performance with attorney and organizational objectives.
Key Responsibilities
Team Leadership
- Supervise, mentor, and develop a team of litigation paralegals and legal support staff
- Manage workloads, scheduling, productivity, and coverage
- Serve as a liaison between attorneys, paralegals, and management
- Provide coaching, training, and performance feedback
- Assist with escalated pre- and post-judgment matters as needed
Case Management & Operations
- Oversee a portfolio of litigation matters from initiation through resolution
- Monitor deadlines, court requirements, and litigation milestones
- Rebalance workloads proactively to prevent delays or bottlenecks
- Maintain current knowledge of court rules and procedures and communicate updates
Quality & Compliance
- Ensure adherence to litigation procedures, regulatory requirements, and internal policies
- Conduct file reviews and audits to ensure accuracy and quality
- Identify process gaps and implement improvements
Strategic Support
- Partner with attorneys and leadership on workflow improvements and operational initiatives
- Support department goals, metrics, and continuous improvement efforts
Qualifications
- 3-5 years of litigation paralegal experience in a high-volume or complex environment
- 4-7 years of supervisory or team leadership experience
- Background in collections or creditor-side litigation strongly preferred
- Paralegal certificate and/or bachelor's degree preferred
- Strong knowledge of litigation procedures and court rules
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, document management systems, and litigation case management software (CLS preferred)
- Excellent leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance.