Dynamic Litigation Secretary: Trial-Ready Support

Adams & Martin Group; California (MO); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Adams & Martin Group, a prestigious plaintiff-side litigation law firm, seeks an experienced Legal Litigation Secretary to support attorneys through all phases of complex litigation. The role emphasizes maintaining case organization, meeting deadlines, preparing documents, and ensuring court procedures are followed.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of legal secretarial or litigation support experience, strong MS Office skills, and a proactive, detail-oriented approach in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of Legal Secretary or Legal Assistant experience required.
• 3+ years of litigation experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of legal terminology, court procedures, rules, and legal documentation.
• Experience filing in state and federal courts; appellate court filing experience is a plus.
• Professional demeanor and client-service orientation.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and manage attorney calendars, including court appearances, hearings, depositions, and case-related deadlines.
• Track and calendar litigation deadlines in accordance with court rules and procedural requirements.
• Prepare, proofread, revise, and format legal documents, pleadings, correspondence, and other case-related materials.
• File documents electronically with state, federal, and appellate courts.
• Coordinate case materials and support attorneys throughout all stages of litigation and trial preparation.
• Maintain organized electronic and physical case files.
• Communicate professionally with clients, experts, court personnel, opposing counsel, and vendors.
• Assist with document management, discovery, and administrative litigation support.
• Ensure confidentiality of sensitive client and case information.
• Support attorneys with additional legal and administrative tasks as needed.

Skills

Legal calendar management

Legal document preparation

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Deadline tracking

Independent and team work

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Adams & Martin Group, a prestigious plaintiff-side litigation law firm, seeks an experienced Legal Litigation Secretary to support attorneys through all phases of complex litigation. The role emphasizes maintaining case organization, meeting deadlines, preparing documents, and ensuring court procedures are followed.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of legal secretarial or litigation support experience, strong MS Office skills, and a proactive, detail-oriented approach in a fast-paced environment.