Senior Legal Secretary

We are seeking an experienced Senior Legal Secretary with a strong background in Medical Malpractice litigation to support our attorneys and senior partners. This role requires exceptional organizational skills, professionalism, confidentiality, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced legal environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage attorney email communications, including monitoring, prioritizing, drafting responses, and organizing correspondence.
• Maintain client files and case records within the firm's case management system.
• Provide outstanding client service and professional communication with clients, opposing counsel, courts, and other parties.
• Respond to inquiries by phone and email on behalf of attorneys.
• Coordinate meetings, calendars, and necessary arrangements.
• Draft, edit, and prepare legal documents, correspondence, reports, and presentations.
• Assist with e-filing and court-related submissions.
• Track billable time and support monthly attorney billing processes.
• Prepare meeting materials, agendas, and presentations.
• Handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
• Perform additional administrative and legal support duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Legal Secretary, preferably within Medical Malpractice litigation.
• Strong knowledge of legal terminology, court procedures, and litigation practices.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and time-management skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and legal technology platforms.
• Experience with court e-filing systems and litigation management software preferred.
• Ability to multitask and work effectively in a deadline-driven environment.
• Legal Secretary certification or diploma preferred.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.