Litigation Secretary: Court-Ready Organizer & Docs Pro

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

Job summary

Adams & Martin Group in California seeks an experienced Legal Litigation Secretary to support attorneys through all phases of complex litigation, from case inception through trial. This role emphasizes organization, deadline management, and accurate document preparation.

The ideal candidate is proactive, detail-oriented, and capable of coordinating calendars, filings, discovery, and confidential client information while maintaining professional communication with clients, experts, and court

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as a legal secretary or legal assistant.
• Strong knowledge of legal terminology, court procedures, rules and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Maintain attorney calendars, including court appearances, hearings, depositions, and deadlines.
• Track and calendar litigation deadlines in accordance with court rules.
• Prepare, proofread, revise, and format legal documents, pleadings, and correspondence.
• File documents electronically with state, federal, and appellate courts.
• Coordinate case materials and support attorneys through all stages of litigation and trial preparation.
• Maintain organized electronic and physical case files.
• Communicate professionally with clients, experts, court personnel, opposing counsel, and vendors.
• Assist with document management, discovery, and administrative litigation support.
• Ensure confidentiality of sensitive client and case information.
• Support attorneys with additional legal and administrative tasks as needed.

Skills

Legal secretary experience

Litigation support

Microsoft Office

Deadline management

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Adams & Martin Group in California seeks an experienced Legal Litigation Secretary to support attorneys through all phases of complex litigation, from case inception through trial. This role emphasizes organization, deadline management, and accurate document preparation.

The ideal candidate is proactive, detail-oriented, and capable of coordinating calendars, filings, discovery, and confidential client information while maintaining professional communication with clients, experts, and court