Legal Secretary

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This range is provided by LHH. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Salary: $80K to $135K, commensurate with experience, plus comprehensive benefits, along with comprehensive benefits such as medical, dental, vision, etc.

Employment Type: Full-Time, Direct Hire, Hybrid (3 Days Onsite / 2 Days Remote)

LHH is partnering with a leading law firm in San Francisco to find an experienced Legal Secretary with a strong background in bankruptcy litigation. This role supports attorneys handling complex Chapter 11 and Chapter 7 matters and is ideal for a proactive, detail-oriented professional with at least 5 years of experience in bankruptcy litigation.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and maintain case files for Chapter 11 and Chapter 7 bankruptcy matters
• Manage docketing and calendaring for hearings, deadlines, and filings in federal bankruptcy courts
• Organize pleadings, motions, and supporting exhibits for litigation teams
• Prepare and file petitions, schedules, and statements of financial affairs via CM/ECF
• Ensure compliance with local bankruptcy court rules and procedures
• Manage electronic filing of adversary proceedings and related motions
• Draft correspondence to clients, trustees, and opposing counsel
• Schedule depositions, creditor meetings, and hearings
• Assist attorneys with trial preparation, including exhibit binders and witness lists
• Review and organize discovery documents for bankruptcy litigation
• Maintain confidentiality and accuracy in handling sensitive financial records
• Manage large volumes of creditor claims and proofs of claim

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of bankruptcy litigation experience
• Strong knowledge of federal bankruptcy court rules and CM/ECF filing procedures
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and document management systems
• Exceptional organizational skills and ability to manage complex calendars and deadlines
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and maintain confidentiality with sensitive financial data
• Positive, collaborative attitude with a proactive mindset

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