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Litigation Legal Secretary
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A Litigation Legal Secretary provides secretarial and administrative work for a litigation attorney or litigation law firm. Uses specialized knowledge of legal terminology and procedures related to litigation. Organizes files, schedules meetings and manages communication to prepare for lawsuits and trials. Prepares and files documents for court cases. Works with supervision from an attorney or paralegal; may handle paralegal tasks.
$84,378 / year median in California
-17% projected decline
Job Description
Description Robert Half Legal is partnering with a boutique complex commercial litigation firm in Century City in its search for a Litigation Legal Secretary. This is an excellent opportunity for a polished and detail-oriented legal support professional who thrives in a fast-paced litigation environment and is looking for the potential to transition into a permanent role. Key Responsibilities
+ Provide high-level administrative and litigation support to attorneys handling complex commercial litigation matters
+ Prepare, revise, and format legal documents, correspondence, pleadings, and discovery materials
+ Manage court filings in state and federal courts, including e-filing
+ Maintain case files, calendars, and deadlines to ensure timely handling of litigation matters
+ Coordinate depositions, hearings, mediations, and other case-related events
+ Handle attorney time entry, billing support, expense reports, and other administrative tasks
+ Communicate professionally with clients, opposing counsel, court personnel, and vendors
+ Assist with trial preparation, including binders, exhibits, and document organization Requirements Qualifications + 3+ years of experience as a legal secretary or litigation secretary, ideally within commercial litigation
+ Strong knowledge of state and federal court filing procedures
+ Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Outlook, and Excel
+ Experience with calendaring litigation deadlines and supporting multiple attorneys
+ Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage competing priorities
+ Strong written and verbal communication skills
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