Our small boutique law firm has an immediate opening for a full-time legal secretary to join our civil litigation practice. The ideal candidate has excellent communication and organizational skills, is dedicated and detailed oriented with 7+ years of current experience on a civil litigation desk.
Job Requirements:
Must be able to handle workload for 4+ attorneys on a heavy litigation desk.
Must be able to manage attorney scheduling and calendars accurately and efficiently with electronic system
Must be able to prepare, format, & edit legal documents such as pleadings, discovery and correspondence (including TOA/TOC)
Must have thorough knowledge of rules and procedures for service of documents and filings with Federal Courts and California Superior Courts (manual and electronic filing)
Ability to multi-task and complete assignments quickly and accurately to meet demanding deadlines
Manage documents in firm document management system
Ability to take initiative, be resourceful and anticipate needs of attorneys
Qualifications:
Minimum 7 years' current experience on a civil litigation desk
Attention to detail is an absolute requirement
Excellent interpersonal skills you must be able to communicate and interact with clients, court staff, and other third parties on behalf of the firm in a professional and courteous manner
Must be a team player and be able to work effectively and courteously with your co-workers, especially in times of stress
Will provide assistance to others within the firm when requested based on priorities of current work-in-hand, promoting teamwork and cooperation among all staff members
Proficiency with Microsoft 365 products, including Word, Outlook and Adobe.
Experience with document management system preferred. Imanage and Prolaw experience a plus.
We offer competitive salary and benefits package (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life/ADD, 401k).
This position will start off as 100% in the office and work towards remote hybrid after initial employment period.
Please submit your resume with cover letter and salary requirement.
