Litigation Legal Secretary

Litigation Legal Secretary

Location: Century City, CA

Compensation & Benefits: $110,000 $130,000 base + medical, dental, vision, 401K and more.

Job Type: Direct Hire, Full-Time, Hybrid 2 days onsite / 3 days remote (after 30-day onboarding period)

LHH is partnering with a growing trial-focused law firm in Century City seeking a skilled Litigation Legal Secretary to support its expanding team. The firm handles high-stakes commercial litigation matters. The firm is adding a key support professional, with potential for additional hires in the future. This is an excellent opportunity to join a stable, team-oriented environment with strong retention and meaningful case exposure.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide high-level litigation support to attorneys in complex commercial matters
• Prepare, format, and proofread legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and briefs
• Create and maintain document shells and templates for attorney use
• Prepare Tables of Contents (TOC) and Tables of Authorities (TOA)
• Handle state and federal court filings (appellate filing experience is a plus)
• Coordinate and manage e-filing processes across jurisdictions
• Monitor case deadlines and collaborate with the docketing team to ensure compliance
• Maintain organization of case files and litigation materials
• Communicate with attorneys, court personnel, and external parties as needed

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience as a Litigation Legal Secretary (trial firm experience preferred)
• Strong knowledge of state and federal court filing procedures
• Proficiency in TOA/TOC preparation and legal document formatting
• Experience creating document shells and managing complex filings
• Ability to manage deadlines and stay proactive with calendaring and case tracking
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and communication skills

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