Legal Secretary

Our client, a leading California-based education law firm and a valued partner we’ve successfully supported with past placements, is seeking a Legal Secretary for its Los Angeles office. This is a full-time opportunity supporting multiple attorneys in a fast-paced litigation environment. This role is fully onsite to start, with a hybrid schedule (4 days in-office, 1 remote) upon permanent conversion.

Key Responsibilities

Manage file organization and legal document productionDraft, proofread, and edit legal correspondence and filingsHandle extensive e-filing in administrative, state, and federal courtsMaintain and manage multiple attorney calendars, deadlines, and court datesCoordinate client communication and interact with courts and internal teamsUtilize calendaring tools such as Juralaw and other court rule systemsPrepare travel arrangements and expense reimbursementsBuild Tables of Authorities (TOA) and Tables of Contents (TOC)Ensure compliance with court rules and civil procedures

Qualifications

Minimum 3+ years of experience as a Litigation Legal Secretary supporting multiple attorneys (transactional law and administrative hearing knowledge is a plus)Strong knowledge of state and federal court filing proceduresExperience with Microsoft Office Suite, Coyote timekeeping, and iManage (or similar DMS)Familiarity with court rules and civil proceduresStrong organizational skills and ability to manage competing prioritiesExcellent written and verbal communication skillsAssociate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferredNote that your resume will not be distributed without your consent.