Litigation Legal Secretary

Litigation Legal Secretary My client is a prominent, full‑service Orange County law firm that has served businesses, individuals, and families since 1986. Based in Irvine, the firm is known for combining sophisticated legal capabilities with the personalized attention of a smaller practice. Job Overview The firm’s Litigation Department handles a broad range of business and commercial disputes on behalf of both plaintiffs and defendants. Its attorneys represent clients in matters involving business and commercial litigation, construction disputes, employment litigation, product liability, real estate litigation, and trust and probate litigation. The team regularly pursues practical, cost‑effective resolutions through litigation, negotiation, and alternative dispute resolution. Why Join Us This is an opportunity to join an established Orange County law firm with nearly four decades of local market presence and a strong reputation for sophisticated, client‑focused legal services. You will support a busy civil litigation practice handling a broad range of business and commercial matters while working alongside experienced attorneys and a collaborative legal support team. The firm offers a professional yet collegial Irvine office environment, meaningful day‑to‑day involvement in complex matters, and the long‑term stability of a full‑service firm with deep roots in the community. Job Details A well‑established Irvine law firm is seeking an experienced Litigation Legal Secretary to support attorneys handling complex civil, business, and commercial litigation matters. Responsibilities include providing high‑level administrative and litigation support, including preparing and formatting pleadings, discovery, correspondence, and motion papers; managing attorney calendars and litigation deadlines; coordinating California state and federal court filings; maintaining electronic and physical case files; and assisting with hearing, mediation, arbitration, and trial preparation. Preferred Qualifications 5+ years of legal secretary experience supporting civil litigation attorneys; Experience with business and commercial litigation strongly preferred; Knowledge of California state and federal court rules, calendaring, and e‑filing procedures; Familiarity with pleadings, discovery, motions, trial preparation, and litigation document management; Advanced Microsoft Word skills, including formatting, redlining, tables of contents, and tables of authorities; Professional communication skills and the ability to interact confidently with attorneys, clients, courts, and opposing counsel; Detail‑oriented, dependable, proactive, and comfortable managing competing priorities. Additional Requirements Candidates must be ok with an in‑office working environment. Salary up to $100,000 based on experience. Equal Opportunity Statement Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. #J-18808-Ljbffr