Legal Secretary - Litigation

New Allen Matkins Website Template; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

New Allen Matkins Website Template in Los Angeles seeks a Legal Secretary to provide specialized trial litigation support and manage client relations. The role requires a high level of skill in drafting and interpreting legal documents while ensuring client satisfaction in all aspects of the job.

Candidates should have 5-7 years in a law firm, proficiency in Microsoft Suite, and the ability to manage complex workloads. A competitive salary ranging from $80,000 to $110,000 depending on experience and skills.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of law firm experience at a litigation desk preferred.
• Ability to work under pressure efficiently.
• Proficient in court rules on state and federal levels.

Responsibilities

• Draft, revise and finalize legal documents and pleadings.
• Prepare correspondence for clients and opposing parties.
• Assist attorneys with trial preparation and support.

Skills

Document markups

Multi-tasking

Federal and State court filing systems

Effective communication

Typing speed of 70 wpm

Microsoft Suite proficiency

Team player

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

College degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Word

iTimekeep

NetDocs

Aderant

Forms Workflow

Job description

About the Position

Under general supervision, the Legal Secretary performs complex and specialized trial litigation secretarial and clerical support duties related to the specific work and functions of the assigned attorney(s). The Legal Secretary is highly skilled in providing executive-level support and ensures a high standard of client relations and client satisfaction in all aspects of the role.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Complete assignments including drafting, revisions and finalization of correspondence, pleadings (including tables of authorities), court forms, memoranda, and redline comparisons
• Conflicts checks, opening new client matters and obtaining conflicts waivers, if necessary
• Draft and serve discovery documents
• Prepare and send correspondence and/or emails to clients and/or opposing parties
• Assist attorneys with arranging and preparing for depositions
• Assist with trial preparation and trial support
• Process vendor invoices, organize files, prepare expense reports, and manage attorney monthly billings
• Arrange for travel, meetings/depositions (in office or out of office); and remote court appearances
• State, civil, complex federal and appellate filings (manual and/or electronic, where applicable) and service of pleadings
• Maintain and organize physical and electronic attorney files in accordance with department policies, practices and procedures
• Attend training sessions as required or requested by the Firm
• Production, including creation of flash drives and/or pdf of same for transmittal to client, along with hard copies
• Retrieval and assembly of exhibits and hearing binders, as needed

Education and/or Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent; college degree preferred
• 5-7 years of law firm experience at a litigation desk preferred

Qualifications

• Ability to work through complex document markups and instructions in a timely manner
• Ability to multi-task, manage and process workflow timely and accurately
• Extensive knowledge of Federal and State court electronic filing systems, PACER, ADR and JAMS mediation processes
• Knowledge of various court rules on the state and federal levels
• Ability to communicate effectively with clients, attorneys, co-workers and management
• Minimum typing speed of 70 wpm
• Proficient in Microsoft Suite, including, but not limited to Word, Excel, Adobe and Outlook
• Proficient in iTimekeep or similar time entry software
• Advanced proficiency in NetDocs or similar programs
• Familiarity with Aderant or other accounting software is a plus
• Proficient in Forms Workflow or other Judicial Council programs to efficiently access necessary court forms
• Must be a team player, proactive, flexible, organized and able to work under pressure

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

EEO Statement

Allen Matkins is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, medical condition, physical or mental disability, veteran status, all other characteristics prohibited by law, or gender identity and/or expression.

Compensation

Allen Matkins offers a competitive compensation & benefits package. The anticipated base salary range for this full-time role is $80,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year. Actual salary will depend upon a number of factors, including, but not limited to, relevant experience, job-related skills, qualifications, and location.