Experienced Legal Secretary – Personal Injury

SR Staffing; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare and dental coverage

401(k) plan

Performance-based bonuses

Vacation and sick days

Job summary

A respected personal injury law firm in Sacramento is seeking an experienced Legal Secretary to join their team. The ideal candidate will manage legal documents, support attorneys throughout all litigation phases, and communicate professionally with clients and court staff. A strong background in personal injury law and proficiency in legal software are essential for this full-time position, offering an annual salary between $70,000 and $90,000.

Qualifications

• Prior experience as a legal secretary in personal injury law required.
• Strong knowledge of discovery and court filing procedures.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Draft, proofread, and file legal documents and pleadings.
• Manage attorney calendars and schedule client meetings.
• Prepare and serve subpoenas; maintain proof of service records.
• Organize and maintain case files and medical records.
• Track deadlines and communicate updates.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Legal document management

Calendering and scheduling

Proficiency in legal software

Tools

WordPerfect

Microsoft Office Suite

Adobe Acrobat

Outlook

Job description

Overview

Our client, a respected personal injury law firm in Sacramento, is seeking an experienced Legal Secretary to join their team. The ideal candidate will be highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable supporting attorneys in all phases of personal injury litigation.

Base pay range

$70,000.00/yr - $90,000.00/yr

Responsibilities

• Draft, proofread, and file legal documents, pleadings, and correspondence with courts and agencies
• Manage attorney calendars, schedule depositions, and coordinate client meetings and medical exams
• Prepare and serve subpoenas; update and maintain proof of service records
• Organize and maintain case files, including medical records, accident reports, and discovery materials
• Track and communicate deadlines, reminders, and statutes of limitations
• Assist with discovery, including document production and responses
• Prepare for trial by creating witness lists, drafting jury instructions, and organizing trial binders
• Communicate professionally with clients, insurance adjusters, medical providers, and court staff
• Support billing, timekeeping, and case expense tracking as needed

Qualifications

• Prior experience as a legal secretary in personal injury law required
• Strong knowledge of discovery, court filing procedures, and trial preparation
• Proficient in calendaring, scheduling, and legal document management
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• High attention to detail, organization, and ability to manage multiple priorities
• Proficiency with legal software and Microsoft Office Suite
• Experience with WordPerfect, Outlook, and Adobe Acrobat required
• Ability to work in person in Sacramento, CA

Benefits

• Healthcare and dental coverage
• 401(k) plan after eligibility period (safe harbor and discretionary contributions; no match)
• Performance-based bonuses
• 10 vacation days, 6 sick days, and 9–10 court holidays per year
• Firm closure from Christmas to New Year’s Day

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Legal and Administrative
• Industries: Legal Services and Law Practice