Remote California Legal Secretary

Resnick & Louis, P.C. - Attorneys at Law; Hyde Park Township (IL); Remote; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Legal Secretary with over 5 years of civil litigation experience. This fully remote position requires a detail-oriented individual who excels in communication and teamwork. You will play a vital role in supporting attorneys by managing calendars, preparing legal documents, and ensuring efficient case management. The firm values critical thinkers who are enthusiastic and organized, offering a comprehensive benefits package and industry-leading technology. If you are ready to take your legal career to the next level, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Long-term disability

Remote work

Industry leading technology

Robust marketing department

Dedicated internal IT department

Qualifications

• 5+ years of civil litigation experience is required.
• Must be detail oriented and possess excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage calendars, prepare documents, and file in State and Federal Court.
• Provide support for attorneys and manage day-to-day case activities.

Skills

Civil Litigation Experience

Detail Oriented

Critical Thinking

Communication Skills

Team Oriented

Tools

Microsoft Office

Outlook

Word

Job description

Resnick & Louis, P.C. - Attorneys at Law provided pay range

This range is provided by Resnick & Louis, P.C. - Attorneys at Law. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$55,000.00/yr - $65,000.00/yr

Mid-size national civil litigation and insurance defense firm seeking to hire a 5+ year Legal Secretary for its California offices, who works well individually and as part of a legal team and is willing to go above and beyond to successfully meet the unique needs of our firm.

PRIOR CIVIL LITIGATION EXPERIENCE IS A MUST! AT LEAST 5 SOLID YEARS REQUIRED!

We are looking for a reliable, energetic, well-organized Legal Assistant to provide support for our California attorneys.

This person must be a critical thinker, detail oriented, experienced, hard-working, enthusiastic, team oriented, and a self-starter.

Must be experienced with Microsoft Office, especially Outlook and Word.

Minimum of 5+ years of previous civil litigation experience in a law firm required. Prior insurance defense experience is preferred.

This position plays an intricate role in the day-to-day operations as the legal assistant will perform various functions, including but not limited to calendar management, document preparation and proofing, document filings, and day to day case management.

Job duties include:

1. Calendar management
2. Electronic file management
3. Document preparation
4. Filing in both State and Federal Court
5. Scheduling

Position Requirements

• At least 5+ years of experience in Civil Defense Litigation. Insurance Defense experience is a big plus.
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills, be detail oriented, hard-working, enthusiastic, team oriented, and a critical thinker.
• Excellent communication skills, typing skills, computer skills and interpersonal skills and professional appearance.
• Active knowledge of the Rules of Civil Procedure, ability to calendar deadlines, and experience in preparing basic legal documents and pleadings.
• Be familiar with Microsoft Office, especially Outlook and Word.

This position will be fully remote.

The firm also offers a full benefits package including:

• Long-term disability
• Remote work
• Industry leading technology
• Robust marketing department
• Dedicated internal IT department

Please send your resume with salary requirement. Confidentiality in all discussions and negotiations will be maintained.

Seniority level

Not Applicable

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Legal

Industries

Law Practice