Hybrid Litigation Legal Secretary - Elite Case Support

Golden State Recruiting; Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Golden State Recruiting is seeking a Legal Secretary to join a litigation team in Sacramento. The role involves high-level administrative support across multiple attorneys, document prep, case coordination, scheduling, and client/court communications.

The candidate must be highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of handling sensitive matters with discretion. The position offers a hybrid work arrangement in Sacramento, CA with an annual compensation of $85,000–$100,000.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 5+ years of litigation experience, preferably supporting multiple attorneys in a mid-size to large law firm or similar environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Experience with legal document management software such as iManage.
• Familiarity with legal terminology, processes, and protocols.

Responsibilities

• Draft, format, proofread, and finalize legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and discovery responses.
• File documents with courts electronically, ensuring compliance with deadlines and procedures.
• Serve as a professional point of contact for clients, opposing counsel, court personnel, and vendors.
• Respond to inquiries and relay accurate messages to attorneys promptly.
• Manage attorneys’ calendars, coordinating court dates, depositions, client meetings, and other deadlines.
• Schedule and confirm appointments with clients, witnesses, and court reporters.
• Prepare expense reports and manage billing-related documentation.
• Monitor deadlines and follow up on outstanding tasks to ensure timely completion.
• Complete ad hoc administrative assignments as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Multiple attorneys support

Client communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

iManage

Job description

Golden State Recruiting is seeking a Legal Secretary to join a litigation team in Sacramento. The role involves high-level administrative support across multiple attorneys, document prep, case coordination, scheduling, and client/court communications.

The candidate must be highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of handling sensitive matters with discretion. The position offers a hybrid work arrangement in Sacramento, CA with an annual compensation of $85,000–$100,000.