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Business and Corporate Paralegal – Grand Rapids Office

Miller Johnson, one of West Michigan’s largest full service law firms, is seeking an experienced full-time Paralegal to join our business section in our downtown Grand Rapids office.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Provide support for business transactions including establishing and maintaining data (both physical and electronic), preparing and organizing closing documents, and coordinating closing and post-closing activities
  • Assist with business entity maintenance, formation and dissolution of for profit and nonprofit business entities, foreign qualification of companies doing business outside the state of incorporation, research registered agent and director and officer information, etc.
  • Prepare and file annual reports, EINs, and UCC financing statements, securities filings, etc.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

  • Bachelor’s degree in business or related field and/or certification from an accredited paralegal program
  • Experience with mergers and acquisitions and commercial finance transactions is ideal
  • Advanced knowledge of MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel) and PDF creation
  • Concise and effective written and verbal communication
  • Exceptional client service skills, discretion, and judgment to ensure client confidentiality
  • Proactive and detail-oriented with strong organizational and time-management skills
  • Self-motivated professional with the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
  • Ability to think creatively to identify and implement proactive solutions

At Miller Johnson, we believe in fostering an exceptional work experience that includes a healthy work-life balance, an inclusive culture that values uniquely talented team members, and a technologically advanced environment. We offer competitive wages, flexible scheduling, paid time off, and annual performance reviews. Our benefit package includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long term disability insurance, long-term care insurance, 12 weeks paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, adoption assistance, and a 401(k) retirement plan. EOE.

To apply, please click on Apply Now below.

Corporate Tax Attorney – Grand Rapids Office

One of West Michigan’s largest, full service law firms, with offices in Grand Rapids and Kalamazoo, has an immediate opening for a corporate tax attorney to provide tax advisory support to their business practice groups. The position is in the Grand Rapids office.

The right candidate will have experience in Federal Income Tax, including “C” corporations, “S” corporations, partnerships and real estate investment trusts. Be able to advise business clients on day-to-day tax planning and annual compliance matters and also advise real estate clients on the formation and operation of real estate partnerships and real estate investment trusts.

Excellent academic credentials are required, including an LLM in Tax, as well as good writing and communication skills. Minimum 3 years of experience in transactional tax is required.

Competitive compensation and benefits package includes relocation. All inquiries will be kept strictly confidential. EOE

To apply, please click on Apply Now below.

Litigation Associate – Grand Rapids Office

One of West Michigan’s largest, full service law firms, with offices in Grand Rapids and Kalamazoo, has an immediate opening for a litigation associate in their business-oriented litigation practice. The position is in the Grand Rapids office.

Excellent academic credentials are required, as well as good writing and communication skills. Three+ years of experience in general commercial litigation is preferred.

Competitive salary/benefits will include a relocation package. All inquiries will be kept strictly confidential. EOE

To apply, please click on Apply Now below.

Immigration Legal Administrative Assistant – Kalamazoo Office

Miller Johnson, one of West Michigan’s largest full service law firms, is seeking an experienced full-time Legal Administrative Assistant for our downtown Kalamazoo office located in the Radisson Plaza Hotel & Suites.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Coordinating administrative and legal practice tasks and projects for attorneys
  • Calendaring meetings, deadlines, tasks, conference calls, preparing new client intake materials, opening new client matters, billing activities
  • Client interaction by phone, email and in person
  • Preparing, editing, proofreading, assembling, and filing of legal documents and correspondence, including electronically through Electronic Case Files (ECF), as needed
  • Administrative support to attorneys and paralegals preparing and filing applications and petitions for employment based immigration benefits

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

  • Minimum of 2 years administrative experience
  • Advanced knowledge and proficiency in MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint)
  • Immigration or employment law experience preferred
  • Excellent grammar and communication skills
  • Exceptional client service, discretion, and judgment to ensure client confidentiality
  • Ability to be flexible and work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
  • Proactive, organized and detail-oriented

At Miller Johnson, we believe in fostering an exceptional work experience that includes a healthy work-life balance, an inclusive culture that values uniquely talented team members, and a technologically advanced environment.  We offer competitive wages, flexible scheduling, paid time off, and annual performance reviews.  Our benefit package includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long term disability insurance, long-term care insurance, 12 weeks paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, adoption assistance, and a 401(k) retirement plan. EOE.

To apply, please click on Apply Now below.

Trusts and Estates Attorney: Private Client Practice Group – Grand Rapids Office

Miller Johnson has an immediate opening for an associate attorney in its Private Client Practice Group. Miller Johnson’s Private Client Practice Group is one of the largest in Michigan, consisting of 11 attorneys, four of whom are ACTEC Fellows, along with five experienced paralegals. The firm consistently earns top tier rankings on the U.S. News & World Report annual Top Law Firm List and in the Chambers High Net Worth Guide.  In addition, attorneys in this practice group are honored as trusted and respected advisors by Best Lawyers in America and Michigan Super Lawyers.

While based in the firm’s downtown Grand Rapids office, some travel to the firm’s Kalamazoo office will be required.  Candidates applying should have at least 3 -5 years of practice experience working in all areas of estate and tax planning for individuals and organizations, business succession, and probate and trust administration. The candidate should have a good understanding of transfer tax, fiduciary income tax, and tax-exempt organization rules, and preferably hold tax credentials (CPA, MST, or LL.M in Tax).  Excellent academic credentials and exceptional writing and communication skills are required.

Competitive salary/benefits will include a relocation package.  All inquiries will be kept strictly confidential. EOE

To apply, please click on Apply Now below.

Employee Benefits Attorney – Grand Rapids Office

Miller Johnson, one of West Michigan’s largest, full service law firms has an immediate opening for an experienced attorney in our employee benefits practice group. The attorney position will work in all areas of employee benefits and executive compensation, including retirement benefits and health and welfare benefits. The successful candidate will have eight to 12 years of practice experience in employee benefits. The successful candidate will demonstrate an interest in assuming, and an ability to assume, leadership opportunities in the employee benefits practice group. Preference will be given to candidates with a portable practice. Excellent academic credentials are required, as well as good writing and communication skills.

This position is based in our Grand Rapids office. Competitive compensation benefits will include relocation package. All inquiries will be kept strictly confidential.   EOE

To apply, please click on Apply Now below.

Legal Administrative Assistant – Grand Rapids Office

Miller Johnson, one of West Michigan’s largest full service law firms, is seeking experienced full-time Legal Administrative Assistants for our downtown Grand Rapids office.

Responsibilities

  • Coordinating administrative and legal practice tasks and projects for attorneys
  • Calendaring meetings, deadlines, conference calls, tasks, appointments; preparing new client intake materials; opening new client matters; billing activities; client interaction by phone, email, and in person
  • Preparing, editing, proofreading, and assembling legal documents and correspondence (requiring use of digital dictation/transcription)
  • Preparing and filing court documents including electronic filing through Electronic Case Files (ECF)

Requirements

  • Minimum of 2 years administrative experience
  • Advanced knowledge and proficiency in MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
  • Corporate and Litigation skills a plus
  • Excellent grammar and communication skills
  • Knowledge of court and agency processes and procedures
  • Organized and detail-oriented
  • Exceptional client service, discretion, and judgment to ensure client confidentiality
  • Flexibility and teamwork in a fast-paced environment

Miller Johnson provides a technologically advanced environment and we are seeking individuals with initiative and a passion for continually enhancing their skills. We believe in fostering a healthy work-life balance.  We offer competitive wages and paid time off. Our benefits package includes a generous medical, dental, and vision plan, 401(k) retirement plan, annual performance reviews/bonuses, and tuition reimbursement.  EOE.

To apply, please click on Apply Now below.

Current or Former Judicial Clerks

Miller Johnson is now accepting applications from all current and former judicial clerks who have completed their clerkships or who will be completing their clerkships this summer or fall. This posting is for an associate position in our business-oriented litigation practice. Excellent academic credentials and first-rate writing and communication skills are required. Anticipated start date September 2020.

Competitive salary/benefits will include a relocation package and a clerkship bonus. To apply, please click Apply Now below.
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