Litigation Legal Secretary

Orion Placement; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Confidential Employer in San Diego, CA is seeking a skilled Litigation Legal Secretary to support multiple attorneys with case preparation, electronic filing, and calendar management. The role features an initial on-site period with a transition to a hybrid schedule (three days in the office, two remote) after probation.

This position requires strong knowledge of court procedures, calendars, and deadlines. You will coordinate with courts, clients, and internal teams, maintain electronic case

Qualifications

• 2+ years of Litigation Legal Secretary experience supporting multiple attorneys.
• Extensive experience with electronic court filing and litigation calendaring.
• Strong understanding of state and federal court rules and civil procedures.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, and legal document management systems.
• Excellent document formatting, proofreading, organization, and communication skills.
• Experience with Juralaw, iManage, Coyote, or similar legal software.
• High school diploma or GED required; college education preferred.
• Transactional law or administrative hearing experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support multiple litigation attorneys with case preparation, document management, and day-to-day legal operations.
• Prepare, format, proofread, and electronically file legal documents in administrative, state, and federal proceedings.
• Manage court deadlines, legal calendars, hearings, appointments, and litigation schedules.
• Draft and edit legal correspondence, pleadings, and other litigation-related documents.
• Coordinate with attorneys, clients, courts, and internal teams to keep cases moving efficiently.
• Maintain organized electronic case files and assist with travel arrangements, expenses, and administrative needs.
• Anticipate attorney needs, prioritize competing deadlines, and help maintain a smooth, efficient workflow.

Skills

Litigation support

Document formatting

Time management

Education

High school diploma or GED

College education preferred

Tools

Juralaw

iManage

Coyote

Microsoft Office

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

Pay: $38.47 - $50.49 per hour

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Join a respected legal team where your expertise and contributions truly matter.
• Enjoy a hybrid schedule after an initial in-office training and probationary period.
• Work alongside experienced attorneys on meaningful, challenging litigation matters.
• Receive comprehensive health benefits and a 401(k) with profit-sharing contributions.
• Become part of a collaborative, inclusive workplace that values professionalism, teamwork, and work-life balance.

Location: San Diego, CA. This position starts fully on-site during an initial probationary period. Once eligible, you'll enjoy a hybrid schedule with three days in the office and two days working remotely. The length of the initial in-office period is determined by the office manager.

Note: Candidates must have 3+ years of experience as a Litigation Legal Secretary supporting multiple attorneys, including extensive electronic filing experience in administrative, state, and federal proceedings. Strong knowledge of court procedures, legal calendaring, and litigation deadlines is essential.

About Us

Confidential EmployerWe're a collaborative law firm committed to delivering exceptional legal services while creating an environment where our team can thrive. We believe great work comes from supportive colleagues, meaningful responsibilities, and a workplace that values diverse perspectives. We're looking for a dependable, detail-oriented professional to grow with our team.

Job Description

• Support multiple litigation attorneys with case preparation, document management, and day-to-day legal operations.
• Prepare, format, proofread, and electronically file legal documents in administrative, state, and federal proceedings.
• Manage court deadlines, legal calendars, hearings, appointments, and litigation schedules.
• Draft and edit legal correspondence, pleadings, and other litigation-related documents.
• Coordinate with attorneys, clients, courts, and internal teams to keep cases moving efficiently.
• Maintain organized electronic case files and assist with travel arrangements, expenses, and administrative needs.
• Anticipate attorney needs, prioritize competing deadlines, and help maintain a smooth, efficient workflow.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of Litigation Legal Secretary experience supporting multiple attorneys.
• Extensive experience with electronic court filing and litigation calendaring.
• Strong understanding of state and federal court rules and civil procedures.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, and legal document management and timekeeping systems.
• Excellent document formatting, proofreading, organization, and communication skills.
• Experience with Juralaw, iManage, Coyote, or similar legal software.
• High school diploma or GED required; college education preferred.
• Transactional law or administrative hearing experience is a plus.

Why You Will Love Working Here

We recognize the important role our legal support professionals play in our success. You'll work with knowledgeable attorneys, enjoy a welcoming and intellectually engaging environment, and have opportunities to strengthen your expertise while contributing to work that makes a difference. If you're an experienced Litigation Legal Secretary who takes pride in exceptional work and wants to feel valued, we'd love to hear from you.

JPC-2836

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance