CA Litigation Legal Secretary (Remote)

Job Description

Litigation Legal Secretary | Jobot

The Tone:
This is a permanent, full-time role at a well-established and highly regarded civil litigation defense firm, offering fully remote flexibility. The firm, based in North County San Diego, has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality legal services and maintaining long-standing client relationships. This role is crucial for providing comprehensive secretarial support to the litigation team, ensuring smooth case progression and efficient administrative processes within a collaborative and professional environment that values accountability and attention to detail.

The TL;DR
• Role: Mid-Senior Level
• Type: Full-time
• Location: Remote
• Pay: $75000–$82000 yearly
• Team: Supports litigation attorneys within a collaborative legal team.
• Mission: Ensures smooth case progression and efficient administrative processes by providing comprehensive secretarial support to the litigation team.
• Tech Stack: Legal software, Case management systems

What You’ll Actually Do
• Prepare: Produce, edit, and format legal documents and correspondence, including briefs, pleadings, and subpoenas.
• Manage: Oversee attorney calendars and coordinate legal events such as appointments, meetings, depositions, and court dates.
• E-File: Electronically file documents with both the California State Court and Federal Court.
• Support Discovery: Assist with discovery processes, including organizing, tracking documents, drafting responses, and managing deadlines.
• Maintain Records: Keep legal records and case files accurate and current while providing general administrative support to attorneys.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Mid-Senior Level. Comprehensive understanding of legal procedures, terminology, and document preparation, particularly in litigation.
• Experience: Minimum 5 years as a legal secretary, preferably in litigation, with experience in discovery, deposition, and deadline management. This includes proficiency in e-filing with both California State and Federal Courts, and experience with legal software and case management systems.
• Skills: Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities; strong written and oral communication for drafting and editing legal correspondence; proficiency in legal transcription; strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills; ability to work independently and collaboratively with professionalism.