Litigation Secretary, Labor & Employment Defense

Adams-; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Adams- in Downtown Los Angeles seeks an experienced Litigation Legal Secretary to support a busy Labor & Employment Defense team. The role requires handling pleadings, court filings, and calendar management in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years in litigation, strong e-filing experience, and excellent client service. Hybrid work arrangement after training is offered along with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of legal secretary experience in a litigation environment.
• Extensive state and federal e-filing experience required.
• Appellate filing experience is highly preferred.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative, team-oriented approach.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, revise, and proofread pleadings, correspondence, and other legal documents.
• Handle state and federal court filings, including electronic filing procedures.
• Maintain attorney calendars, monitor litigation deadlines, and coordinate hearings, depositions, and meetings.
• Manage new matter intake, conflict checks, billing support, and time entry.
• Organize and maintain electronic and physical case files.
• Coordinate travel arrangements, expense reports, and other administrative tasks.

Skills

Legal multitasking

E-filing proficiency

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Job description

Salary: USD95000 - USD120000 per year

Renowned national law firm is seeking an experienced Litigation Legal Secretary to join their Downtown Los Angeles team supporting a busy team of Labor & Employment Defense attorneys. This is an excellent opportunity to join an established group that has cultivated a team-oriented environment of collaboration and accomplishment. The ideal candidate is an experienced Litigation Secretary who thrives in a fast-paced environment, manages competing priorities effectively, and delivers exceptional client service.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, revise, and proofread pleadings, correspondence, and other legal documents
• Handle state and federal court filings, including electronic filing procedures
• Maintain attorney calendars, monitor litigation deadlines, and coordinate hearings, depositions, and meetings
• Manage new matter intake, conflict checks, billing support, and time entry
• Organize and maintain electronic and physical case files
• Coordinate travel arrangements, expense reports, and other administrative tasks

Qualifications

• 5+ years of legal secretary experience in a litigation environment
• Extensive state and federal e-filing experience required
• Appellate filing experience is highly preferred
• Strong interpersonal skills and emotional intelligence with a collaborative, team-oriented approach

Additional Information

• Location: Downtown Los Angeles (Hybrid: 3 days in office, 2 days remote after training period)
• Schedule: Hybrid schedule available after 60 days
• Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off, and additional firm-sponsored benefits

If you're a detail-oriented litigation professional looking to join a collegial and stable law firm environment, we'd love to hear from you.