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Litigation Secretary

$25 - $85 per hour

LHH US

Job Description

Job Description

Responsibilities and Duties

Document Preparation and Management
  • Draft, revise, and proofread legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and related correspondence.
  • File documents with courts and ensure compliance with filing requirements and deadlines.
  • Maintain organized electronic and physical case files.
Case Management
  • Assist in managing case calendars and attorney schedules.
  • Monitor deadlines and ensure timely submission of legal documents.
  • Coordinate exhibits, evidence, and materials for trials, hearings, and depositions.
Client and Witness Coordination
  • Communicate with clients regarding case updates, meetings, and document requests.
  • Schedule witness interviews, depositions, and related proceedings.
  • Handle confidential and sensitive information with professionalism and discretion.
Qualifications and Skills
  • Associate's degree in Paralegal Studies or a related field; Bachelor's degree preferred.
  • Previous experience as a Legal Assistant or Legal Secretary, preferably supporting litigation practices.
  • Familiarity with legal terminology, court procedures, and litigation documents.
  • Strong organizational and multitasking skills with exceptional attention to detail.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and legal research tools.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking abilities.
Pay Details: $25.00 to $85.00 per hour

Search managed by: Amanda Falwell

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
  • The California Fair Chance Act
  • Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
  • Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
  • San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Vacancy posted 19 days ago
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