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Litigation Legal Secretary
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What they do
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
Key ResponsibilitiesProvide high-level administrative and litigation support to attorneys handling complex commercial litigation mattersPrepare, revise, and format legal documents, correspondence, pleadings, and discovery materialsManage court filings in state and federal courts, including e-filingMaintain case files, calendars, and deadlines to ensure timely handling of litigation mattersCoordinate depositions, hearings, mediations, and other case-related eventsHandle attorney time entry, billing support, expense reports, and other administrative tasksCommunicate professionally with clients, opposing counsel, court personnel, and vendorsAssist with trial preparation, including binders, exhibits, and document organization