Legal - Paralegal - Remote

Legal Secretary – Litigation

Downtown Los Angeles | Hybrid | $75,000–$90,000 DOE

A well-established and highly respected Downtown Los Angeles trial firm is seeking an experienced Legal Secretary to join its close-knit litigation team. This is a confidential search for a firm with a strong reputation for sophisticated litigation, excellent trial results, and a genuinely personable culture.

The Opportunity

This is an excellent opportunity for a 3+ year Legal Secretary, with 5+ years preferred, who enjoys working in a busy litigation environment and wants to be closely involved with experienced attorneys and interesting cases.

The firm handles a diverse range of litigation, including:

General liability and personal injury

Public entity defense

Business and corporate matters

Labor & Employment

Entertainment

Appellate work

Litigation involving major national retail clients

The successful candidate will support an experienced partner and litigation team while gaining exposure to a wide variety of matters. California law firm and litigation experience is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepare, format, proofread, and revise legal documents and correspondence

Manage attorney calendars, deadlines, hearings, depositions, and other case-related events

Handle court filings and e-filing

Maintain and organize electronic and physical case files

Assist with discovery and litigation-related documents

Coordinate with courts, opposing counsel, clients, and other parties

Provide day-to-day administrative and litigation support

Anticipate attorney needs and proactively manage competing priorities

What They're Looking For

3+ years of legal secretary experience; 5+ years ideal

Prior experience in a California law firm

Litigation experience preferred

Experience with civil litigation, general liability, personal injury, or public entity defense is a plus

Strong organization and attention to detail

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities

Proactive, dependable, and team-oriented personality

Comfortable working independently while being part of a collaborative team

Culture & Benefits

This is a professional but personable environment where people genuinely enjoy working together. The firm has a close-knit culture, with employees regularly having lunch together and participating in activities such as a firm golf team and fantasy football.

Work Arrangement: Hybrid - 3 days in the office / 2 days remote following initial onsite training

Compensation: $75,000–$90,000 DOE

Benefits Include:

Paid medical insurance

Dental and vision coverage

Life insurance

Short-term and long-term disability

401(k) with employer match

All inquiries and resumes will be handled confidentially.

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