Legal Secretary

LHH; Cerritos (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical benefits

Dental coverage

Vision insurance

Job summary

A regional legal firm is seeking a skilled Legal Secretary to join their office in Cerritos, CA. This role involves supporting the legal team with educational law matters, requiring strong organizational skills and attention to detail. The position offers a salary between $80,000 to $95,000, along with comprehensive benefits. Candidates should have a minimum of 2 years of experience in a legal setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of prior experience supporting attorneys in education, litigation, or transactional law.
• Strong knowledge of civil litigation procedures.
• Proficiency in managing court deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive administrative support to attorneys and legal professionals.
• Prepare, proofread, and format legal documents.
• Maintain and organize case files and documents.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Job description

Overview

LHH is seeking a skilled Legal Secretary to join a regional firm in their office in Cerritos, CA. As a Legal Secretary, you will play a crucial role in supporting our legal team in handling educational law matters. This position requires excellent organizational skills, a strong attention to detail, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Pay and Benefits

Pay Rate and Benefits: $80,000 to $95,000 per year, along with comprehensive benefits such as medical, dental, vision, etc.

Position Type

Position Type: Full-time, Direct Hire, Onsite

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive administrative support to attorneys and legal professionals in educational law matters.
• Prepare, proofread, and format legal documents, including pleadings, motions, briefs, and correspondence.
• Maintain and organize case files, documents, and records.
• Manage court deadlines and assist in calculating pre-trial dates.
• Coordinate and schedule meetings, depositions, and court appearances.
• Conduct legal research and gather relevant information from various sources.
• Assist with court filings, including e-filing in state and federal courts.
• Prepare and handle document production and discovery requests.
• Assist with trial preparation, including organizing exhibits and trial binders.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of prior experience supporting attorneys in the areas of education, litigation, or transactional law.
• Strong knowledge of civil litigation procedures.
• Proficiency in court deadlines and calculating pre-trial dates accurately.
• Experience with court filings, including e-filing in state and federal courts.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in document preparation.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills