Legal Secretary

Staffmark Group; Riverside (CA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Benefits including medical, dental, &视

Life insurance and disability

Optional 401(k) plan

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Staffmark is hiring for a Legal Secretary in Riverside, CA. This position offers flexible scheduling as either part-time or full-time, with pay rate to reflect experience. You will provide essential legal support and help prepare filings and trial materials.

The role requires 2+ years of legal support experience, proficiency with MS Office, and familiarity with case management systems. Expect a professional work environment, strict confidentiality, and deadlines managed with accuracy.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Preferred education in Legal Studies, Paralegal Studies, Business Administration, or related field.
• Ability to understand legal terminology, court procedures, and document prep requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and litigation support to attorneys and legal staff during all phases of case management and trial preparation.
• Prepare, format, proofread, and finalize legal documents, including motions, pleadings, subpoenas, correspondence, and court filings.
• Organize, maintain, and manage legal case files, records, and document repositories.
• Coordinate court dates, filing deadlines, attorney calendars, meetings, and litigation schedules.
• Assist with trial preparation by compiling exhibits, preparing trial binders, organizing evidence, and coordinating case materials.
• Monitor deadlines and ensure timely completion of legal documents and court submissions.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive legal information and client records.
• Support multiple legal professionals while ensuring efficient workflow and compliance with court requirements.

Skills

Legal terminology

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Legal Studies / Paralegal Studies preferred

Understanding of court terminology

Tools

Microsoft Office

Case management software

Job description

Now hiring for a Legal Secretary

Location: Riverside, CA

Pay Rate: $32.03 - $40.00 per hour (Depending on experience)

Schedule: Part-Time or Full-Time

Find more than a Legal Secretary job with Staffmark - find a team that values your time, talent, and potential.

Looking for Legal Secretary jobs in Riverside where your skills can make a real impact? This opportunity offers the chance to contribute to a growing team, develop your experience, and build a rewarding career in a professional work environment.

Education Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Additional education in Legal Studies, Paralegal Studies, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred.
• Ability to understand legal terminology, court procedures, and document preparation requirements.

Experience Requirements

• 2+ years of experience as a Legal Secretary, Litigation Secretary, Legal Assistant, or similar legal support professional required.
• Experience supporting attorneys in a law firm, government agency, or public sector legal office.
• Proven experience preparing legal documents, managing case files, coordinating deadlines, and supporting litigation and trial preparation.
• Experience working with case management systems, document management software, and Microsoft Office applications.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of court rules, filing procedures, and litigation timelines.
• Experience preparing motions, pleadings, subpoenas, discovery documents, and trial binders.
• Demonstrated ability to support multiple attorneys and manage competing priorities in a high-volume legal environment.
• Exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with legal staff, court personnel, and external parties.

Physical Capabilities

• Ability to work at a computer workstation for extended periods.
• Frequent use of hands and fingers for typing, document preparation, and data entry.
• Ability to review detailed legal documents and case records with a high degree of accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and responsibilities in a fast-paced office environment.

Job Duties

• Provide administrative and litigation support to attorneys and legal staff during all phases of case management and trial preparation.
• Prepare, format, proofread, and finalize legal documents, including motions, pleadings, subpoenas, correspondence, and court filings.
• Organize, maintain, and manage legal case files, records, and document repositories.
• Coordinate court dates, filing deadlines, attorney calendars, meetings, and litigation schedules.
• Assist with trial preparation by compiling exhibits, preparing trial binders, organizing evidence, and coordinating case materials.
• Monitor deadlines and ensure timely completion of legal documents and court submissions.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive legal information and client records.
• Support multiple legal professionals while ensuring efficient workflow and compliance with court requirements.

Benefits

• Competitive Weekly Pay
• Comprehensive Benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Life Insurance and Disability Insurance for added peace of mind.
• Optional 401(k) Plan to help you prepare for the future.
• Opportunities for Growth through a variety of assignments with leading employers.

The base pay range listed reflects what we reasonably expect to offer for this role. Actual pay may vary based on location, experience, and performance. Depending on the position, benefits may include medical, dental, and vision coverage; retirement and savings plans; paid holidays and time off; supplemental insurance; and additional wellness or incentive programs.

About Us

At Staffmark, we connect hardworking people with great companies, creating opportunities that make a lasting impact.

Staffmark is an equal opportunity employer. Allapplicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Staffmark offers reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities; contact your local branch for inquiries. Staffmark is an E-Verify employer.