Litigation Legal Secretary

Job Title: Litigation Legal Secretary Location: Los Angeles, CA 90017 Salary: $100K–$120K annually, bonus and benefits. Work Environment: Onsite (3 days work‑from‑home, 2 days onsite), typically Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday onsite. Term: Permanent / Full‑time. Overview Our client is looking for an experienced legal secretary to serve as a Legal Practice Coordinator in the Los Angeles office. The role focuses on real estate litigation, insurance recovery, and environmental matters. The ideal candidate has at least five years of litigation practice experience and thrives in a fast‑paced, team‑oriented environment. Primary Responsibilities Perform secretarial functions related to firm administrative tasks, including processing new client/matter requests, engagement letters, conflict checks, client bills, time reports, and expense reports. Create, format, and edit a wide variety of legal documents such as pleadings and discovery, including proofreading and redlining for accuracy. E‑file in state, federal, and appellate courts, applying knowledge of local rules and procedures for filing and calendaring. Schedule and support depositions, mediations, arbitrations, hearings, and other proceedings, managing case files, calendars, and travel efficiently. Maintain highly confidential information, files, records, legal documents, and reports. Utilize and maintain the firm’s electronic document management system. Prioritize needs based on urgency, multi‑task, and work effectively in a fast‑paced, team‑oriented environment. Demonstrate top‑notch communication skills, poise, and professionalism in interactions. Qualifications 5+ years of litigation secretary experience in a large law firm setting and a solid understanding of the litigation process. Proficiency with online court filings in state and federal courts. Skilled with the use of electronic document management systems. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Excellent attention to detail. Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite and Adobe Acrobat. Strong organizational skills and ability to work overtime when needed. #J-18808-Ljbffr