Litigation Secretary (Irvine)

Job Description

Job Description Litigation Secretary - Civil Litigation (Onsite | Irvine, CA)

Compensation: $85K - $105K, commensurate with experience
Location: Irvine, CA
Onsite Policy: Fully onsite

We are partnering with a respected law firm to identify an experienced Litigation Secretary to support a busy three-attorney desk within a civil litigation practice. This position requires strong knowledge of California court procedures, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive administrative and secretarial support to three civil litigation attorneys
• Prepare, format, proofread, and finalize legal documents, including pleadings, motions, discovery, and correspondence
• Electronically file documents in California state and federal courts
• Maintain and manage litigation calendars, deadlines, court dates, and filings
• Coordinate depositions, hearings, mediations, and trial logistics
• Organize and maintain electronic and physical case files
• Communicate professionally with clients, court personnel, opposing counsel, and vendors
• Assist with trial preparation, including binders, exhibits, and witness materials
• Process incoming and outgoing mail, including service of documents

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of litigation secretary experience, preferably in civil litigation
• Strong knowledge of California court rules, procedures, and deadlines required
• Demonstrated experience with state and federal e-filing
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel)
• Experience with legal document management and calendaring systems
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment
• Familiarity with trial preparation and courtroom procedures
• Notary Public is a plus

Work Environment

• Fully onsite position in Irvine, California
• Fast-paced, collaborative legal environment

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive compensation $85,000 - $105,000, commensurate with experience
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and paid time off

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• The California Fair Chance Act

• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance

• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers

• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Pay Details: $80,000.00 to $105,000.00 per year

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Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

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