An Extraordinary Place to Work

Over the course of our more than 45-year history, Sommers Schwartz has earned a reputation as a leader in high-stakes, complex contingency-based litigation. We are proud of what we’ve achieved, and we’re always on the lookout for new people who will add to our continuing success.

Sommers Schwartz is driven by its commitment to a core plaintiff litigation practice – Medical Malpractice, Birth Injury, Personal Injury, Class Actions, Employment Disputes, and Commercial & Business Disputes – and continues to explore related areas that align with the firm’s established brand and practice mix.

Experienced Attorneys

The attorneys at Sommers Schwartz are well known and well regarded in their practice areas with names that are instantly recognized among both the plaintiff and defense bars. These seasoned litigators regularly secure some of the largest verdicts and settlements in Michigan and elsewhere.

For the right lawyer or small group of attorneys with established practices, proven litigation skills, and a track record of successful high-dollar outcomes, Sommers Schwartz is an environment where you will continue to excel with the help of exceptional people and resources. If you are an experienced attorney who is interested in contributing to Sommers Schwartz’s success, please submit your résumé or curriculum vitae along with compensation requirements to careers@sommerspc.com. For current openings, please submit your materials as instructed in the posting.

Professional Staff

Along with our lawyers, we boast a talented team of paralegals, legal assistants, legal nurse consultants, administrative assistants, and professional staff, all of whom are equally dedicated to providing outstanding service and achieving the best possible outcomes for our clients. If you are an experienced legal professional and wish to be a part of the Sommers Schwartz family, please submit your résumé or curriculum vitae along with compensation requirements to careers@sommerspc.com.

CURRENT OPENINGS

Legal Secretary

Sommers Schwartz is seeking an experienced legal secretary to work on our Class Action and Wage & Hour litigation team in the firm’s Southfield, Michigan office.

In this regular, full-time, non-exempt position, the successful candidate will support several attorneys in their representation of clients at every stage of litigation, including intake and pre-suit investigation, discovery, motion practice, pre-trial proceedings, dispute resolution, and trial. This is a fast-paced and busy practice group requiring collaborative working relationships, attention to detail, effective communication, and a desire to learn and grow in the practice.

Job responsibilities include:

• Collecting pertinent information from prospective clients during phone interviews.
• Entering information into the firm’s matter intake software and contact databases.
• Working with attorneys and professional staff to evaluate legal claims, request and review critical records, and communicate with prospective clients throughout the intake process.
• Opening, organizing, and maintaining case files.
• Electronic filing in state and federal court.
• Downloading electronic court filings as they are filed.
• Calendaring case and other deadlines as needed.
• Scheduling court reporters, attorney travel arrangements, and attorney meetings as needed.
• Drafting form retainer agreements, consent forms, and other documents, and sending to clients for signature.
• Preparing legal documents, including pleadings, motions, briefs, affidavits, discovery requests, case evaluation summaries, and demand letters, as directed by attorneys.
• Organizing and maintaining documents in paper and our electronic filing system.
• Inputting updates into our case management system.
• Meeting with clients and other professionals to discuss details of the case.
• Communicating with clients verbally and in writing.
• Working with attorneys, other paralegals, and professional staff.
• Assisting with trial preparation by organizing exhibits and performing other tasks.
• Paying invoices through the firm’s accounting department.
• Participating in firm activities, meetings, and events.
• Assisting with other external marketing and administrative duties as needed.

Candidates should possess the required experience and skills:

• Two or more years of experience working on litigation cases in a law firm setting. Class Action and/or FLSA case experience is a plus.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to empathize with emotional and distraught individuals seeking legal assistance.
• Solid organizational skills and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced litigation environment.
• Excellent people skills and the ability to problem solve and work quickly under stress.
• Team player with the ability to establish functional relationships with different personalities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Outlook, and Excel; knowledge of RightSignature, LawRuler, or similar intake and practice management software programs is preferred.

Business hours are 8:30 am to 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday, but additional work may be necessary. This is an office-based position, with the possibility of up to two remote workdays per week. A background check, in accordance with applicable employment laws, may be required. Sommers Schwartz is an equal opportunity employer.Interested candidates are asked to submit a résumé and compensation requirements to Kevin Stoops (kstoops@sommerspc.com) and Joe Bourgon (jbourgon@sommerspc.com).