Mid-size, AV Rated civil litigation law firm in Sacramento seeks full-time Legal Secretary with litigation experience. The applicant will work on public entity and insurance defense matters, and personal injury litigation. This position requires a candidate with excellent communication skills and initiative, positive attitude and ability to work with others in a team environment. Must have exceptional people and customer service skills, and professional interaction with clients, opposing counsel and witnesses. Must be familiar with MS Word, Outlook and Abacus.
Experience Should Include Federal and State Court Procedures Calendaring Skills Preparing Legal Documents/Correspondence Organizing Discovery and Subpoenas Transcription Proof Reading and Composition Law and Motion Trial Preparation
Maintain attorney calendar
Prepare documents for state and federal court filings
Assure that high priority items are completed in a timely manner.
Read, sort, save, and incoming mail and email.
Ensure that outgoing mail/email is processed according to office procedures.
Draft letters, shells and format documents, collect and analyze information.
Maintain all client and general files (hard paper and/or electronic).
Schedule couriers, court reporters, and expert witnesses
Input time entry, review and edit bills, as requested.
Additional duties as assigned including assisting other secretaries, as needed.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
4+ years legal secretary experience (civil litigation)
Extensive knowledge of civil litigation and state and federal filing requirements.
Advanced working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel)
Solid drafting and proofreading skills.
Self-motivated, ability to work independently, and anticipate attorney needs.
Strong knowledge of court procedures, e-filing, Pacer, CM/ECF, and EEOC Portal.
Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Attention to detail and high level of accuracy
Stress and time management skills
Flexibility in managing multiple projects and assignments
