Litigation Secretary

Adams & Martin Group; California; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Adams & Martin Group, a well-established law firm in Sherman Oaks, seeks an experienced Litigation Legal Secretary to support a team of attorneys in a fast-paced civil litigation practice.

The role provides comprehensive litigation support to 3–4 attorneys, managing deadlines, court filings, and case documentation, with independence and teamwork in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of litigation legal secretary or legal assistant experience.
• Strong knowledge of court procedures, deadlines, and filing requirements.
• Proficiency with MS Office and legal case management systems.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and manage attorney calendars, including court dates, deadlines, and key milestones.
• Monitor court dockets and online portals for updates and filing requirements.
• Prepare, format, proofread, and finalize legal documents and correspondence.
• Coordinate and process filings in compliance with court rules and procedures.
• Communicate with attorneys, clients, and opposing counsel to ensure timely follow-up.
• Organize and maintain accurate, up-to-date case files (electronic and physical).
• Assist team members with overflow work and support overall office workflow.

Skills

Litigation experience

Calendar management

Attention to detail

Multitasking

MS Office

Legal case management systems

E-filing

Tools

Legal case management software

E-filing portals

Job description

A well-established, collaborative law firm in Sherman Oaks is seeking an experienced Litigation Legal Secretary to support a team of attorneys in a fast-paced civil litigation practice. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented professional who takes pride in accuracy, organization, and keeping cases moving forward seamlessly.

Position Overview

Litigation Legal Secretary

Location: Sherman Oaks, CA

Business: Adams & Martin Group

About the Opportunity

A well-established, collaborative law firm in Sherman Oaks is seeking an experienced Litigation Legal Secretary to support a team of attorneys in a fast-paced civil litigation practice. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented professional who takes pride in accuracy, organization, and keeping cases moving forward seamlessly.

Position Overview

This role provides comprehensive litigation support to 3-4 attorneys, managing critical deadlines, court filings, and case documentation. The ideal candidate is proactive, highly organized, and able to operate independently while contributing to a team-oriented environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and manage attorney calendars, including court dates, deadlines, and key milestones.
• Monitor court dockets and online portals for updates and filing requirements.
• Prepare, format, proofread, and finalize legal documents and correspondence.
• Coordinate and process filings in compliance with court rules and procedures.
• Communicate with attorneys, clients, and opposing counsel to ensure timely follow-up.
• Organize and maintain accurate, up-to-date case files (electronic and physical).
• Assist team members with overflow work and support overall office workflow.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3+ years of litigation legal secretary or legal assistant experience.
• Strong knowledge of court procedures, deadlines, and filing requirements (state and/or federal).
• Excellent attention to detail and proofreading skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal case management systems.
• Experience with e-filing platforms and court systems.
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently.

Ideal Candidate

• Highly dependable and organized, with strong follow-through.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced litigation environment.
• Team-oriented mindset with a willingness to support colleagues.
• Professional, proactive, and solution-focused.

Why This Role

• Stable, collegial law firm environment.
• Opportunity to work closely with attorneys and contribute meaningfully to case outcomes.
• Supportive team culture focused on quality and accountability.

Work Hours

Monday - Friday, during regular business hours.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.