Legal Secretary

Bremer Whyte Brown & O'Meara, LLP; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Medical insurance (HMO/PPO)–employer‑s

Dental insurance

Vision coverage

Paid time off

401(k)

Job summary

Bremer Whyte Brown & O'Meara, LLP is seeking a talented Legal Secretary to join our award-winning team in California. You will support attorneys and clients, manage calendars, and prepare legal documents.

The ideal candidate has at least 1 year of secretarial experience, knowledge of California e-filing, and proficiency in Word and Adobe Acrobat. We offer a comprehensive benefits package and a collaborative, inclusive workplace.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of recent secretarial experience.
• Knowledge of California court filing/e-filing procedures.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Adobe Acrobat.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and process legal documents such as pleadings, briefs, and forms.
• Maintain attorney calendars and deadlines.
• Handle correspondence with clients and attorneys.
• File documents with California courts using e-filing procedures.
• Proofread documents for accuracy before filing or distribution.

Skills

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Professional demeanor

Self-motivated

Team player

Tools

Microsoft Word

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

Description

Bremer Whyte Brown & O'Meara, LLP is seeking a talented Legal Secretary to join our award-winning team. We are a reputable and forward-thinking mid-sized law firm, recognized for our sixth consecutive year in the U.S. News – Best Lawyers® 'Best Law Firms' rankings. As a Legal Secretary, you will have an essential role in supporting our attorneys and clients, and contributing to our continued success.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, format, and/or process legal documents, such as pleadings, briefs, agreements, correspondence, and forms
• Maintain attorney calendars, including scheduling appointments and calendaring deadlines
• Handle correspondence with clients and attorneys
• File legal documents timely and accurately with California courts using e-filing procedures
• Proofread documents to ensure accuracy and completeness prior to filing or distribution
• Assist with miscellaneous administrative duties as assigned

Requirements

• Minimum of 1 year of recent secretarial experience required. Insurance Defense, Civil Litigation, or Personal Injury background preferred
• Knowledge of California court filing/e-filing procedures
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Adobe Acrobat
• Sharp attention to detail with the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Self-motivated, reliable team player with a professional yet outgoing personality

Benefits

Our firm offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Competitive compensation
• Generous medical insurance (HMO/PPO) – employer-paid premium up to 100% + employer funded HRA (for PPO plans)
• Dental insurance – employer-paid premium up to 100%
• Vision coverage
• Wellness incentives, including rewards program
• Life insurance
• Pet insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• 401(k)

We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace environment that promotes career development and a healthy work-life balance.

About Us

At Bremer Whyte Brown & O'Meara (BWB&O), we pride ourselves on our commitment to excellence, innovation, and unwavering dedication to our clients. With 200 attorneys across nine offices in four states, and a strong foothold in the legal community, we have built a solid reputation for delivering exceptional legal services across various practice areas. Learn more athttps://bremerwhyte.com/

Equal Opportunity Statement

BWB&O is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds. All applications will be treated with the utmost confidentiality.

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Salary Range: $43,000-$68,000