Legal Secretary

Livingston Law Firm is a boutique civil trial and litigation defense firm with a focus on personal injury. We are seeking an experienced legal secretary to join our Walnut Creek team and support the managing partner and other experienced attorneys in a professional, supportive, collaborative and fast-paced environment handling sophisticated legal matters.

We are looking for a proactive, organized professional who takes pride in producing high-quality work, is efficient and communicative, manages priorities, supports an active calendar and thrives in a team-oriented setting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support attorneys through all phases of civil litigation
• Prepare, format, and finalize pleadings, motions, discovery, and correspondence
• Create and maintain Tables of Contents and Tables of Authorities
• Manage calendaring, court deadlines, filings, and litigation procedures
• Coordinate depositions, hearings, and trial-related logistics
• Maintain organized electronic and physical case files

Qualifications:

• Minimum 4 years of California civil litigation experience
• Strong knowledge of litigation procedures, court rules, and deadlines
• Excellent communication, organization, and multitasking skills
• Exceptional attention to detail and ability to work independently
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office required
• Experience with Amicus or similar legal case management software is a plus

Why Join Us:

• Collaborative and collegial office environment
• Direct exposure to complex civil litigation and trial work
• Stable, respected boutique defense firm with long-term team members
• Opportunity for professional growth and increased responsibility

This is a full-time, on-site position in our Walnut Creek office.

Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience, with an anticipated hourly range of $40–$50 per hour.