Senior Legal Secretary

D3 Search; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 103,500 - 126,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health benefits

401K

Generous PTO

Paid onsite parking

Annual reviews

Job summary

D3 Search seeks a Snr. Litigation Legal Assistant for a respected AMLAW ranked national law practice in Los Angeles. The role requires strong litigation experience, attention to detail, and proficiency in legal terminology.

Competitive salary up to $115K based on experience, comprehensive health benefits, 401K, and generous PTO are offered. This is a hybrid 3/2 work model.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of litigation experience in a law practice.
• 7+ years of experience as a Litigation Legal Assistant.
• Ability to manage time effectively and work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• E-file in state, federal, and appellate courts.
• Prepare legal documents, exhibits, and case-related materials.
• Manage physical and electronic case files.

Skills

Litigation experience

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Attention to detail

Proficiency in Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint

Knowledge of legal terminology

Job description

Snr. Litigation Legal Assistant

D3 Search is actively seeking a Snr. Litigation Legal Assistant on behalf of a respected AMLAW ranked national law practice with a long-standing office located in Los Angeles, CA (90067).

Important Note

5+ years previous litigation experience in a LAW PRACTICE is REQUIRED.

Employer Work Model

Respected AMLAW ranked national law practice is seeking a Snr. Litigation Legal Assistant to support their Business Litigation and Insurance practice groups in their Century City office (90067). The Snr. Litigation Legal Assistant provides administrative and legal support to attorneys, other legal professionals, and supervisors in the fulfillment of their responsibilities with the law firm. The position requires a high degree of professionalism, confidentiality, discretion, initiative, flexibility, and dependability.

Responsibilities

• E-file in state, federal, and appellate courts
• Docket court dates and case deadlines
• Prepare fee agreements and client letters
• Coordinate depo and trial logistics
• Register and log attorney admissions
• Prepare legal documents, exhibits, and case-related materials
• Manage physical and electronic case files
• Coordinate travel logistics and itineraries
• Process and reconcile expenses
• Organize meeting and event logistics
• Prepare and distribute meeting materials
• Draft correspondence and prepare reports
• Conduct research and draft summaries
• Assist with business development and social media efforts
• Perform file openings and conflict checks
• Process bills and prepare invoices
• Track and file Continuing Education credits
• Submit and log memberships and registrations
• Provide back‑up support to other assistants
• Perform day‑to‑day administrative functions, such as: schedule meetings, prioritize mail, answer correspondence, screen and place phone calls, organize and maintain files, make reservations, etc.
• Outstanding client service with a can‑do attitude
• High attention to detail, outstanding organizational skills, and the ability to manage time effectively
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including: spelling, grammar, and proofreading proficiency
• Knowledge of legal terminology, life of case timelines, and court processes
• Use initiative and independent judgment within established guidelines
• Interpret data accurately and present information concisely
• Exercise discretion in handling confidential, controversial, or sensitive information
• Demonstrate high degree of professionalism
• Work well under pressure to meet tight deadlines
• Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint and document manage system proficiency
• 7+ years of experience as a Litigation Legal Assistant

Starting annual salary/comp. is up to 115K ~ DOE/DOQ. Robust & comprehensive health benefits package, 401K, generous PTO, paid onsite parking, hybrid 3/2 work model, annual reviews, etc.

If interested in this active/open Snr. Litigation Legal Assistant role with this respected AMLAW ranked national law practice located in Los Angeles, CA (90067), and you meet the above qualifications/requirements, please contact the following D3 rep.: Don Moser~D3 Search

D3 Legal Search LLC (aka D3 Search), and its clients are equal opportunity employers. Pursuant to local ordinances, we will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.