Legal Assistant

Detroit Pistons

Detroit, MI · NBA · Posted November 3, 2026

Role snapshot

Prepare and manage contracts, maintain document systems, track compliance deadlines, and provide administrative support to the legal department.

Department
Legal & Compliance
Seniority
Entry level
Type
Full-Time
Work mode
On-Site

What this job requires

  • ✓Prepare, revise, proofread, and format routine contracts and legal documents
  • ✓Coordinate contract review, approvals, signatures, and execution
  • ✓Maintain contract management system
  • ✓Track contract deadlines, renewals, and notice requirements
  • ✓Organize and maintain legal templates and corporate records

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Job description

Are you looking to be part of a high-performing team of go-getters who make a difference both on and off the court? Join the Detroit Pistons as we harness the power of basketball to unite our city, elevate our fans, and drive lasting community impact.


As a Legal Assistant, you'll provide legal, contract management, and administrative support to help ensure the department operates efficiently. Working closely with legal leadership and internal business partners, you'll assist with contract preparation, document management, corporate records, and departmental coordination.


We're looking for a detail-oriented, organized professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, exercises sound judgment, and enjoys supporting a collaborative team. All legal work will be performed under the direction and supervision of the department's attorneys.


What You'll Be Doing

  • Prepare, revise, proofread, and format routine contracts, amendments, and legal documents using approved templates under attorney supervision.
  • Coordinate contract review, approvals, signatures, and execution with internal stakeholders and external partners.
  • Maintain the organization's contract management system, ensuring accurate document organization, accessibility, and recordkeeping.
  • Track contract deadlines, renewals, notice requirements, and other key obligations.
  • Organize and maintain legal templates, standard agreements, corporate records, and governance documents.
  • Assist with tracking business registrations, annual reports, regulatory filings, and other corporate compliance deadlines.
  • Support improvements to contract management processes, document organization, and departmental workflows.
  • Provide administrative support to Legal leadership, including scheduling, meeting coordination, and tracking departmental priorities.
  • Assist with preparing reports, presentations, and other materials for internal leadership.

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