Join Our Team

At Augustin Law Offices, we are client focused, empathetic, and passionate about providing quality legal services to our clients. We are looking for highly motivated, committed, and hardworking individuals to join our team. We do not currently have open positions. However, if you are interested in joining our team, please review the list of positions we are always accepting resumes for and encourage you to submit your resume at any time to contact@augustinlawoffices.com. If your qualifications align with our needs upon review of your application materials and there is an open position, we’ll contact you to discuss the next steps. Please contact our office at (517) 939-1880 or email our office if you have any questions regarding our open positions.

We are continuously reviewing resumes for the following positions as we expand: Attorney, Paralegal/Legal Assistant, Receptionist/Administrative Assistant, and Law Office Clerk positions.

Attorney Position

Full time/Part Time Paralegal or Legal Assistant Position

We’re seeking a Paralegal or Legal Assistant (Full-Time/Part Time Position). A successful candidate will possess the following skills:

• Experience in Probate, Family Law, Estate Planning or Estate Administration in a law firm setting either as a legal assistant or paralegal.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced law firm environment.
• Attention to detail, strong organizational, grasp new concepts quickly, and time management skills.
• Ability to work with a team and independently with minimal attorney supervision.
• Answer phone pleasantly, greet clients, and schedule client meetings (new client intake), hearings, and deadlines.
• Legal document drafting, formatting, and proofreading.
• Strong skills in Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Powerpoint, etc.
• Maintain client files and prepare litigation files for trial/hearings.
• File pleadings with various county courts.
• Maintain client privacy and confidentiality at all times.
• Performs other duties consistent with purpose of job as directed.

Compensation & Schedule:

• Full Time (40hours)
• Will consider Part Time Candidates
• Salary commensurate with experience ($17hour-$25)
• 2weeks of paid vacation (annually)
• Paid Holidays
• 401k (eligible after one year)
• In person position
• Office Hours: Monday-Friday (8:00AM-5:00PM)
• Please be advised that due to our current needs we are unable to consider student candidates for this position such as students that are currently enrolled in school (including law school) or intend to enroll in school in the near future.

Receptionist/Administrative Assistant Position

We’re seeking an Administrative Assistant (Full-Time) with experience in providing superior customer service. A successful candidate will possess the following skills:

• Customer service, receptionist, or administrative experience.
• You will be the first point of contact for guests. Therefore, the ideal candidate will be personable, professional, pleasant, make a positive impression on the guests, provide excellent customer service, and have a desire to work with people.
• Greet individuals calling or visiting the firm in a friendly and professional manner.
• Answer phone calls, transfer calls, intake new and current client information, check voicemail and missed calls, etc.
• Intake Process: The ability to effectively communicate in a friendly manner with potential/new clients via phone and in person by advising them of our legal services, consultation fee, closing the deal, booking the consultation on the law firm’s calendar, sending the new client confirmation email or phone call the day prior, etc.
• Meetings: Supports meeting preparation, including coordinating schedules/calendar, drafting meeting materials, taking and distributing notes, arranging technology and refreshments, and scheduling zoom meetings as appropriate. Processing client payments (in person and by phone).
• Communicates clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing, with opposing parties, clients, etc.
• Assist with mailing, court filings, organizing court files and maintaining office documents and records.
• Clerical and Administrative Tasks such as making copies, scanning documents, preparing for client meetings, strong typing, spelling, typing, grammatical and proofreading skills, checking and preparing mail, opening and closing client files, etc.
• Maintain client privacy and confidentiality at all times.
• Performs other duties consistent with purpose of job as directed.

Compensation & Schedule:

• Full-Time (40hours)
• $15.00 – $17.00 per hour
• 401k
• In person position
• Office Hours: Monday-Friday (8:00AM-5:00PM)
• Please be advised that due to our current needs we are unable to consider student candidates for this position such as students that are currently enrolled in school (including law school) or intend to enroll in school in the near future.

Law Office Clerk Position

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented clerk to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in supporting our legal professionals by managing various tasks that facilitate the smooth operation of our office. This position requires strong organizational skills, a keen attention to detail, and the ability to communicate effectively. The Clerk will be responsible for assisting with administrative tasks.

Duties Include:

• Paid position (hours: 10-15 per week)
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Organize client files and make copies of documents.
• Answer phone calls.
• Scan, email, and save mail to client files. Deliver mail to post office on occasion.
• Occasionally travel to court to file documents in person.
• Ability to work with a team and independently with minimal attorney supervision.
• Maintain client privacy and confidentiality at all times.
• Performs other duties consistent with purpose of job as directed.
• Proficient in administrative tasks and comfortable using office software.
• A valid driver’s license is required for document delivery responsibilities.

Compensation & Schedule:

• Part-Time (10-15hours)
• $15.00 – $17.00 per hour
• 401k
• In person position
• Office Hours: Monday-Friday (8:00AM-5:00PM)

We are based in East Lansing, Michigan. We serve clients statewide.

***Please be advised that background checks are a part of the hiring process***

We are an equal opportunity employer at Augustin Law Offices.  All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.