Legal Secretary - Litigation
Location: Los Angeles, CA
Compensation: $95,000 - $115,000 annually, depending on experience
Work Schedule: Hybrid 2/3 after introductory period
About the Opportunity
A growing law firm is seeking an experienced Legal Secretary to support a busy litigation practice in its Los Angeles office. This is a full-time, non-exempt position supporting multiple attorneys within a collaborative and professional environment.
Key Responsibilities
Provide administrative and secretarial support to litigation attorneys
Draft, revise, proofread, and finalize legal documents, correspondence, memoranda, and reports
Prepare and file court documents, including electronic filings
Coordinate and maintain attorney calendars, deadlines, hearings, depositions, meetings, and other case-related events
Assist with trial, hearing, mediation, and deposition preparation
Manage electronic case files and related documentation
Process time entries, assist with billing coordination, and support client matter administration
Coordinate travel arrangements, expense reporting, and vendor payments as needed
Provide backup support to other legal support staff
Perform additional duties as assigned
Qualifications
High school diploma required; bachelor's degree preferred
7+ years of legal secretary experience, preferably supporting senior attorneys or partners
Strong litigation experience required
Experience with court filings, including e-filing; appellate and supreme court filing experience is a plus
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong organizational, multitasking, and prioritization abilities
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a deadline-driven environment
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Acrobat
Experience with document management, calendaring, and time-entry systems; familiarity with NetDocuments, Best Authority, CompuLaw/ProLaw, and Aderant is a plus
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package offered, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, paid time off, and additional voluntary benefits.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
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Pay Details: $95,000.00 to $115,000.00 per year
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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:
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| Location | Los Angeles, CA |
| Salary | $95,000–$115,000 Per Year |