Legal Secretary

Fisher Phillips, LLP; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with profit sharing

Paid time off

Job summary

Fisher Phillips, LLP in San Francisco is seeking a skilled Legal Secretary to support our attorneys and help ensure efficient service to clients. The role focuses on document formatting, filing, scheduling, and time-entry accuracy, with emphasis on compliance and office systems.

You’ll work with MS Office, document management systems, e-filing, and billing tools, maintaining client files and confidential information.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a high school diploma required; college degree preferred.
• Three years of experience as a legal secretary required.
• Strong knowledge of legal terminology, documents and processes in Litigation.

Responsibilities

• Format briefs, pleadings, and legal documents with Tables of Contents/Authorities.
• Proofread documents for accuracy and proper formatting.
• File and submit legal documents with courts and agencies, including e-filing.

Education

High school diploma

College degree preferred

Tools

MS Office

Document Management Systems

e-filing

Job description

Fisher Phillips is a place where your ideas matter, your initiative is valued, and your work directly supports the success of employers navigating complex workplace challenges every day.

Our firm is building for the future: strengthening systems, investing in technology, and refining how we deliver exceptional client service. Professional staff here don’t just maintain processes – they help design better ones. If you’re forward-thinking, solutions-oriented, and eager to make a meaningful impact, you’ll find ample opportunity to shape how we work and how we grow.

Fisher Phillips, a premier international labor and employment law firm, is seeking a skilled and experienced Legal Secretary to join our team. In this essential role, you will help ensure the smooth operation of our services, directly supporting our attorneys in delivering exceptional client service and upholding our commitment to excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Format briefs, pleadings, correspondence, and other legal documents, including generating and updating Tables of Contents and Tables of Authorities in compliance with court and agency requirements.
• Proofread all documents to ensure accuracy, completeness, and proper formatting prior to service, distribution, or filing.
• Conduct legal research as needed and ensure compliance with applicable local, agency-specific, and judge- or arbitrator-specific rules and requirements.
• File and/or submit legal documents with administrative agencies and state and federal courts, including e-filing systems.
• Prepare, coordinate, and process service of legal documents (including electronic and traditional service), and draft, review, and finalize proofs of service as required.
• Update and maintain electronic client files and case documents, adhering to document naming protocols for seamless integration with the firm’s systems.
• Review, follow up, and accurately file matter-related emails in a timely manner.
• Manage attorney-specific case lists, charts, and track case statuses and outcomes.
• Maintain attorney calendars through Outlook and Aderant Milana (i.e. scheduling appointments, calendaring due dates, etc.).
• Coordinate and arrange meetings, depositions, mediations, interviews, vendor or facility reservations, and travel arrangements for assigned attorneys.
• Proof, revise, and release attorney time entries, including transferring suspense time and ensuring accuracy, proper matter assignment, and compliance with billing guidelines.
• Prepare attorney reimbursements and mileage reports.
• Apply and monitor client and carrier guidelines and restrictions, including billing, reporting, staffing, and approval requirements, to support compliant and cost-effective case management.
• Review vendor invoices for accuracy, prepare check requests, and ensure timely submission of invoices for payment to clients or accounting.
• Provide friendly and professional telephone support for assigned attorneys and assist with receptionist coverage as needed.

Requirements

• Minimum of a high school diploma required (College degree is preferred, but not required).
• A minimum of three years of experience as a legal secretary is required.
• Demonstrated knowledge of legal terminology, legal documents, and legal processes in the Litigation Department.
• Strong computer proficiency in the use of MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook), Document Management Systems, Time Entry, e-filing and database software.

The hourly rate range for this position is $40 -$56. Actual base pay within this range will be determined by several components, including but not limited to, location, relevant experience, internal equity, skills, qualifications, and other job-related factors permitted by law.

Why Join Us

At Fisher Phillips, we recognize that exceptional talent is the foundation of our success, enabling us to deliver outstanding service to both our internal and external clients. Joining our team means collaborating in a professional yet dynamic environment that leverages cutting-edge technology. Our leadership is committed to fostering your professional growth and providing opportunities to challenge yourself in meaningful ways.

We believe in rewarding talent with more than just a competitive salary. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) with profit sharing, generous paid time off, and holidays.

Your well-being is our priority. We offer 24/7 telehealth services, a variety of wellness programs, and additional optional benefits designed to support your unique lifestyle. At Fisher Phillips, you’ll find a workplace that values your health, happiness, and continued professional development. To learn more about our firm, visit us at www.fisherphillips.com .

Equal Opportunity Employer

Fisher Phillips is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants, regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including related medical conditions), gender, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship status, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, age, disability, or any other protected status, in compliance with all applicable laws.

The statements in this position description are not necessarily all-inclusive. Additional duties and responsibilities may be assigned, and requirements may vary from time to time.

Relocation costs are not covered. We are only accepting direct applicants; third-party recruiters or agencies will not be considered. No phone inquiries, please.

Professional development is an integral part of how we operate. As our firm grows, so do the opportunities to expand your skills, take on new challenges, and build a career with long‑term potential. You’ll work alongside talented colleagues in a dynamic environment that values practical thinking, innovation, and continuous improvement. We encourage new ideas and empower our professionals to help move the needle.

Because professional growth should be continuous, we offer:

Learning and Development at Every Stage

12 Months of Learning

A program providing staff with monthly access to curated courses and resources designed to strengthen skills, broaden knowledge, and support long‑term career development.

For managers and emerging leaders, this ongoing program offers interactive workshops, tools, and practical guidance to strengthen leadership capabilities, support teams effectively, and make people‑centered decisions.

Fisher Phillips Values

Our shared principles guide how we think, collaborate, and deliver, anchoring every decision in what’s right for our clients and each other.