Litigation Secretary

Orbach Huff & Henderson LLP; California (MO); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

11 days of paid vacation

Firm-paid medical insurance

401(k) plan

Life insurance

Long-term disability coverage

Medical transportation

ID theft protection

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

401(k) plan

Job summary

A law firm specializing in litigation is looking for a Litigation Secretary with 4–6 years of litigation and trial-related experience. The role includes drafting legal documents, managing e-filings, and preparing for trials. Benefits include 11 days of paid vacation, medical and dental insurance, and a 401(k) plan. Ideal candidates will be detail-oriented, strong multitaskers, and proficient in Microsoft Office and Adobe. This position offers flexible work options, including remote work and is located in California.

Qualifications

• 4-6 years of litigation and trial-related experience.
• Familiarity with e-filings for California State Court and Federal Court.
• Strong document quality control skills.

Responsibilities

• Draft and proofread correspondence, memos, pleadings, and discovery.
• Schedule hearings, depositions, and court reporters.
• Assist with preparation for hearings and trials.
• Provide document quality control.
• Finalize pleadings, generate tables of authorities, and produce electronically tabbed, searchable documents.
• Schedule hearings, depositions, conference rooms, and court reporters.
• Manage multiple calendars and establish calendar events.
• Assist with all aspects of preparation for hearings and trials.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Adobe

Excellent communication

Strong multitasker

Detail-oriented

Knowledge of Westlaw

Drafting Assistant

Tools

Westlaw

Drafting Assistant

Job description

Litigation Secretary – Orbach Huff & Henderson LLP

Salary: Based on experience

Location: Remote work or on‑site in California – Century City, Pleasanton, or San Diego

Hours: Flexible schedule – 40‑hour week

Job Description: We are seeking a Litigation Secretary with a minimum of 4–6 years of litigation and trial‑related experience. The firm, established in 1997, employs 40+ attorneys and serves public agencies and private developers. The position offers a fast‑paced, collegial environment with opportunities for increased responsibility.

• Draft and proofread correspondence, memos, pleadings, and discovery
• Perform e‑filings for California State Court and Federal Court
• Familiarity with local Superior Court rules and Federal Court rules
• Provide document quality control
• Finalize pleadings, generate tables of authorities, and produce electronically tabbed, searchable documents for filing and service
• Schedule hearings, depositions, conference rooms, and court reporters
• Manage multiple calendars using specialized software and establish calendar events
• Assist with all aspects of preparation for hearings and trials

Benefits: Eleven (11) days of paid vacation/personal time in the first year; firm‑paid medical insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, long‑term disability coverage, medical transportation, and ID theft protection. Group‑rate options for additional insurance coverage including accident, cancer, hospitalization, transportation, extra life insurance, and pet insurance. Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and 401(k) plan available.

Skills: Complete literacy of Microsoft Office and Adobe; excellent communication; strong multitasker, quick learner, and detail‑oriented team player; self‑initiative skills; knowledge of Westlaw and Drafting Assistant a plus.

Software: The firm provides various litigation‑support software to assist all staff and attorneys.

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Legal

Industry

Law Practice