Legal Secretary
Job Title: Legal Secretary
Job Responsibilities:
- Prepare pleadings and discovery documents for filing and service
- Prepare court forms such as California Judicial Council Forms for attorney review
- Schedule depositions with attorneys, clients, witnesses, and court reporters
- Schedule conference calls and on-site/off-site meetings
- Arrange and coordinate travel arrangements
- Calendar depositions, hearings, trials, and all associated dates
- Manage Outlook calendar of all appointments, conferences, and meetings
- Open new matters, run conflict checks for partner’s review, prepare engagement letters
- Document management and organization, saving documents and emails to a document management system
- Become familiar with court rules and filing procedures
- Prepare cover letters for attorney bills
- Submit attorney expense reports
- Manage bills for third-party vendors, process check requests, and follow up with accounting
- Maintain excellent spelling, grammar, and punctuation
Education and Experience Information:
- Must have 3+ years of Civil Litigation experience
- Knowledge of litigation (e-filings) and trial procedures, and federal and state court procedures and rules
- Must know Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel)
- Experience working with a document management system
- Strong interpersonal relationship skills
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to integrate into a fast-paced environment
- Ability to prioritize and work independently
- Work well under pressure, remain flexible, be proactive, resourceful, and efficient
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
Salary Information:
- Salary Range: $62,000 - $97,000 USD
- A variety of factors are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to experience, education, licensure and/or certifications, geographic location, market demands, other business and organizational needs, and other factors permitted by law. Final salary wages offered may be outside of this range based on other reasons and individual circumstances.
- This position is considered full-time and therefore qualifies for benefits including a 401(k) retirement savings plan, medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.
Why Should You Apply?
- Benefits: Outstanding benefits package, including 401k match and generous PTO plan
- Career Growth: Ample opportunities for professional development and advancement
- Employee Perks: Access to corporate discount plans and other benefits
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