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Secretary

Avata Partners

Oakland, CA

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Administrative Skills, Calendar Management, Court Deposition, Documentation Format, Establish Priorities, File Maintenance, Legal, Legal Documents, Legal Support Skills, Litigation, Microsoft Office, Organizational Skills, Plan Meetings, Proofreading, Time Management
LOCATION
Oakland, CA
POSTED
2 days ago
Job Description

Litigation Legal Secretary

About the Role
Join a team of experienced litigation attorneys as a key support professional in this full-time legal secretary position. You'll play an essential role in preparing case documents, managing deadlines, and ensuring the smooth operation of daily litigation tasks. This is a great opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced legal environment and wants to contribute meaningfully to complex casework.

What You'll Do
  • Draft, proofread, and file legal documents including pleadings, motions, TOCs/TOAs, and correspondence
  • Manage court filings for both state and federal cases, including electronic filing
  • Maintain calendars, track case deadlines, and coordinate meetings, depositions, and court appearances
  • Assist with trial preparation and maintain organized case files
  • Provide administrative support to litigation attorneys and collaborate with legal staff
What You'll Need
  • 5 or more years of experience as a litigation legal secretary
  • Strong knowledge of California court procedures and e-filing practices
  • Proficiency in document formatting, legal terminology, and Microsoft Office
  • Excellent grammar, proofreading, and time management skills
  • Ability to prioritize tasks, maintain confidentiality, and work efficiently under pressure

Why Apply
If you're looking for a steady role where your litigation experience is valued and your work directly supports a successful legal team, this opportunity offers the consistency and collaboration many legal professionals seek.

*This pay range represents Avata Partners' good faith minimum and maximum range for this role at the time of posting. Actual compensation offered will be dependent on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's experience, qualifications, and location.

We consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with the California Fair Chance Act and applicable local ordinances. Avata Partner's is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Job Requirements

Litigation

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