Legal Secretary | Litigation | Hybrid | 147412

ZipRecruiter; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Litigation Legal Secretary to join its dynamic team in San Francisco. This role offers the chance to work closely with experienced attorneys in a fast-paced environment that emphasizes professionalism and collaboration. The ideal candidate will possess strong legal secretary experience, a thorough understanding of litigation procedures, and exceptional organizational skills. This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals who are tech-savvy and take pride in supporting top-tier legal professionals. If you are looking to advance your career in a prestigious law firm, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in legal secretarial roles with a focus on litigation.
• Knowledge of federal and state court filing rules is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage attorney calendars and prepare legal documents for court.
• Handle client communications and maintain deadline tracking.

Skills

Legal Secretary Experience

Litigation Procedures Knowledge

Time Management

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

E-filing Systems

Arbitration/Mediation Platforms

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

A respected California-based law firm is seeking a skilled Litigation Legal Secretary to support its Litigation and Labor & Employment Practice Groups in the San Francisco office. This role offers the opportunity to work with experienced attorneys in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment that values professionalism, collaboration, and exceptional client service.

The ideal candidate will have legal secretary experience, strong knowledge of state and federal litigation procedures, and the ability to manage multiple priorities with accuracy and efficiency. If you're highly organized, tech-savvy, and take pride in supporting top-tier legal professionals, this position offers a dynamic and fulfilling opportunity.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage attorney calendars, court appearances, depositions, and travel
• Prepare legal documents for court filings, discovery, hearings, arbitration, and mediation
• Draft correspondence, format legal documents, and process high-volume mail
• Coordinate court reporters, expert witnesses, visuals, and expense reporting
• Handle client communications with professionalism and confidentiality
• Maintain deadline tracking, conflict checks, and client file organization
• Assist with time entry, billing, email, phones, and document production
• Provide back-up and team support as needed

Candidate Requirements:

• Legal secretarial experience with deep litigation and trial knowledge
• Proficient in federal and state court filing rules, including e-filing
• Familiarity with arbitration/mediation platforms (AAA, JAMS, etc.)
• Advanced Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Accurate typing skills (50+ wpm) and excellent proofreading ability
• Strong communication, time management, and organizational skills
• Demonstrated reliability, client focus, and confidentiality
• Self-starter able to work both independently and collaboratively

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Salary Range: $75,000 - $92,000

Reference: 147412