Legal Assistant

gpac; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) with employer match

Job summary

gpac represents a reputable Downtown Los Angeles trial firm seeking a seasoned Legal Secretary to support a busy litigation team. Hybrid schedule offers in-office collaboration with remote work opportunities.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of legal secretary experience (5+ years preferred) and a strong track record in civil litigation, calendars, filings, and document management in a California law firm.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of legal secretary experience; 5+ years ideal.
• Experience supporting litigation teams in California.
• Strong organization and calendar management skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, format, proofread, and revise legal documents and correspondence
• Manage attorney calendars, deadlines, hearings, depositions, and other case-related events
• Handle court filings and e-filing
• Maintain and organize electronic and physical case files
• Assist with discovery and litigation-related documents
• Coordinate with courts, opposing counsel, clients, and other parties
• Provide day-to-day administrative and litigation support
• Anticipate attorney needs and proactively manage competing priorities

Skills

Legal secretary experience

Litigation support

Job description

Legal Secretary – Litigation

Downtown Los Angeles | Hybrid | $75,000–$90,000 DOE

A well-established and highly respected Downtown Los Angeles trial firm is seeking an experienced Legal Secretary to join its close-knit litigation team. This is a confidential search for a firm with a strong reputation for sophisticated litigation, excellent trial results, and a genuinely personable culture.

The Opportunity

This is an excellent opportunity for a 3+ year Legal Secretary, with 5+ years preferred, who enjoys working in a busy litigation environment and wants to be closely involved with experienced attorneys and interesting cases.

The firm handles a diverse range of litigation, including:

• General liability and personal injury
• Public entity defense
• Business and corporate matters
• Labor & Employment
• Entertainment
• Appellate work
• Litigation involving major national retail clients

The successful candidate will support an experienced partner and litigation team while gaining exposure to a wide variety of matters. California law firm and litigation experience is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, format, proofread, and revise legal documents and correspondence
• Manage attorney calendars, deadlines, hearings, depositions, and other case-related events
• Handle court filings and e-filing
• Maintain and organize electronic and physical case files
• Assist with discovery and litigation-related documents
• Coordinate with courts, opposing counsel, clients, and other parties
• Provide day-to-day administrative and litigation support
• Anticipate attorney needs and proactively manage competing priorities

What They're Looking For

• 3+ years of legal secretary experience; 5+ years ideal
• Prior experience in a California law firm
• Litigation experience preferred
• Experience with civil litigation, general liability, personal injury, or public entity defense is a plus
• Strong organization and attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities
• Proactive, dependable, and team-oriented personality
• Comfortable working independently while being part of a collaborative team

Culture & Benefits

This is a professional but personable environment where people genuinely enjoy working together. The firm has a close-knit culture, with employees regularly having lunch together and participating in activities such as a firm golf team and fantasy football.

Work Arrangement: Hybrid - 3 days in the office / 2 days remote following initial onsite training

Compensation: $75,000–$90,000 DOE

Benefits Include:

• Paid medical insurance
• Dental and vision coverage
• Life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• 401(k) with employer match

All inquiries and resumes will be handled confidentially.

[e-mail]
605-705-3958