Legal Secretary Kelly Trotter Franzen Long Beach, CA Job Details Full-time $70,000 - $90,000 a year 10 hours ago Benefits Free parking Health savings account AD&D insurance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Flexible spending account Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Referral program Qualifications Microsoft Outlook Administrative experience Legal administrative experience Organizational skills Legal case management Full Job Description Overview We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Legal Secretary to join our dynamic legal team. This vital role offers an exciting opportunity to support attorneys in defense medical malpractice and elder abuse. The ideal candidate will be proactive, possess excellent communication skills, and demonstrate a strong understanding of legal procedures and document management systems. As a Legal Secretary, you will play a key role in ensuring the smooth operation of our legal services while providing exceptional administrative support to attorneys and clients alike. Duties Manage and organize legal documents ensuring accuracy and confidentiality at all times Prepare, review, and draft legal documents including pleadings, memoranda, and correspondence with precision and attention to detail Conduct legal research using Westlaw to support case development cases in medical malpractice and elder abuse cases Assist attorneys with case management tasks including data entry, filing, scheduling court dates, and tracking deadlines in compliance with procedural law requirements Handle client and expert communication professionally via phone or email to coordinate interviews Support litigation activities by reviewing documents for relevance and accuracy, proofreading filings for procedural compliance, and preparing exhibits for court presentations Provide administrative support such as calendar management, meeting coordination, travel arrangements, and maintaining confidentiality of sensitive information Experience Proven experience as a Legal Secretary or legal administrative assistant supporting multiple attorneys in a fast-paced environment Strong knowledge of civil procedures and law and motion, including Motions for Summary Judgment and generating Table of Authorities and Table of Contents Familiarity with Westlaw, judicial council forms and Superior Court dockets is highly desirable Demonstrated ability to handle confidential information discreetly while maintaining professionalism in client interactions Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively in a busy office setting Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and Adobe Pro Strong writing skills for drafting correspondence and legal documents; keen proofreading abilities to ensure accuracy in all materials produced Knowledge of procedural law requirements for civil litigation support including filing procedures and document review process Join us if you're ready to bring your legal expertise and skills to a vibrant team dedicated to delivering exceptional service. We value proactive professionals who thrive on organization and precision—help us make a difference every day!

Pay:

$70,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching AD&D insurance Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Free parking Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person