Civil Litigation Legal Secretary

Job Description Job Description Civil Litigation Legal Secretary · Job Type: Hours 9:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. · Location: Pasadena, California – In Person/In Office (No Remote Option) Discover your opportunity with AV Preeminent rated and Pasadena “Top Attorney” lawyers at Johnson Law Group, PC. Our firm has been awarded one of the Top 10 Bench Awards in California in the year 2021. The California Business Journal has also recognized Johnson Law Group, PC as experts in representing healthcare providers and related entities in various business disputes both transactional and litigation related. The California Business Journal has a vast audience reach over 1.6 million readers globally. We are a firm located in Pasadena specializing in civil litigation, healthcare law (not med-mal cases), business transaction cases, and regulatory and administrative board defense with 35+ years of combined experience. We thrive on providing high-caliber and results-oriented solutions in a balanced work environment. We are looking for someone ready to hit the ground running and to contribute to a fun and friendly office culture. Requirements: Mastery of California State court systems, including filing and hearing procedures and case deadlines consistent with state and local rules; Expertise in preparing and editing court pleadings; Expertise in handling and serving discovery related pleadings and documents; Expertise in managing firm and attorney calendars; Ability to prepare and maintain electronic case file system and hard copy files; Ability to manage stressors at work in a fast-paced environment; Effective communication skills; Detail-oriented and organized; Flexible/Positive Attitude; Resourceful; Self-starter/Articulate; Provides backup support/team player; Familiarity with remote conferencing platforms (e.g., Court video conferencing, Zoom, GoToMeeting, etc.); Word processing and proofreading; Advanced skills with Microsoft Suite Applications (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Adobe Suite Applications (e.g., OCR conversion, redactions, bates stamping); Basic office and administrative management (e.g., copying, vendor communication, office supplies); 4+ years of civil litigation experience. Must have trial prep experience. Preferences: Ability to conduct basic investigation (e.g., Westlaw research, witness or judicial background searches, locating relevant litigation or business transaction forms, be able to obtain State and Local rules, locating and obtaining relevant attorney resources); Experience with document productions involving HIPAA protected information; Prior experience in a bigfirm environment; Experience with corporate transactions preferred, but not necessary. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer and committed to leveraging the diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and experience of our workforce to create opportunities for our colleagues and our business. We do not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of any protected category. Reasonable Accommodation We are committed to ensuring that our online application process provides an equal employment opportunity to all applicants, including individuals with disabilities. If you are an applicant with a disability, or are assisting an applicant with a disability, and require accessibility assistance or an accommodation to apply for one of our jobs, please submit a request by email to View email address on click.appcast.io. Include your contact information and specific details about your requested accommodation. Company Description Litigation Law Firm | Professional. Collaborative. Energizing. Are you an experienced legal professional looking for a workplace that values your expertise and fosters a culture of support, professionalism, and teamwork? Our litigation law firm is growing, and we’re looking for a skilled legal professional to join our dynamic team. At our firm, we believe that excellence in legal service starts with the people behind the scenes. We pride ourselves on maintaining a high-performing, inclusive, and engaging work environment where collaboration isn’t just encouraged—it’s expected. You’ll work alongside top-tier attorneys and legal professionals who are passionate about what they do and respectful of the value every team member brings. What You’ll Enjoy with Us: A professional and polished work environment where your contributions are appreciated A collaborative and team-driven culture that promotes mutual respect and open communication A fast-paced, engaging workload that keeps every day interesting Regular opportunities for skill development and growth A workplace that values both hard work and camaraderie—yes, we like to have fun too Company Description Litigation Law Firm | Professional. Collaborative. Energizing.\r\n\r\nAre you an experienced legal professional looking for a workplace that values your expertise and fosters a culture of support, professionalism, and teamwork? Our litigation law firm is growing, and we’re looking for a skilled legal professional to join our dynamic team.\r\n\r\nAt our firm, we believe that excellence in legal service starts with the people behind the scenes. We pride ourselves on maintaining a high-performing, inclusive, and engaging work environment where collaboration isn’t just encouraged—it’s expected. You’ll work alongside top-tier attorneys and legal professionals who are passionate about what they do and respectful of the value every team member brings.\r\n\r\nWhat You’ll Enjoy with Us:\r\n\r\nA professional and polished work environment where your contributions are appreciated\r\n\r\nA collaborative and team-driven culture that promotes mutual respect and open communication\r\n\r\nA fast-paced, engaging workload that keeps every day interesting\r\n\r\nRegular opportunities for skill development and growth\r\n\r\nA workplace that values both hard work and camaraderie—yes, we like to have fun too