Senior Litigation Secretary - E-Filing, Calendars & Docs

Fisher Phillips LLP; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 60,614 - 81,278; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with profit sharing

Paid time off

Holidays

Telehealth

Job summary

Fisher Phillips LLP is seeking a seasoned Litigation Secretary to support our attorneys in San Diego. The ideal candidate will format and file legal documents, manage calendars, calendar court dates, and coordinate travel for assigned attorneys. Proficiency with e-filing, Milana, and MS Office is essential.

The role requires at least five years of legal secretarial experience and familiarity with Lexis Nexis, Pacer, ECF, and Concur. High school diploma is required; college degree preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a high school diploma; college degree preferred but not required.
• At least five years of experience as a legal secretary.
• Experience with Lexis Nexis, Pacer, ECF, Aderant Milana, and Concur.
• Knowledge of legal terminology, documents, and processes in Litigation.
• Strong MS Office proficiency and time entry, e-filing, and database software.

Responsibilities

• Format briefs, pleadings, and other legal documents.
• File documents with state and federal courts (e-filing knowledge required).
• Proofread all documents for accuracy before distribution or filing.
• Maintain and update client files.
• Manage attorney calendars using Outlook and Milana.
• Coordinate travel for attorneys and schedule court reporters/depositions.
• Enter and review timekeeper timesheets with proper litigation codes.
• Prepare attorney reimbursements and mileage.
• Provide friendly telephone support to attorneys.
• Review vendor invoices and submit check requests promptly.

Skills

Legal secretarial experience

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Lexis Nexis

Pacer

ECF

Aderant Milana

Concur

MS Office Suite

Job description

Fisher Phillips LLP is seeking a seasoned Litigation Secretary to support our attorneys in San Diego. The ideal candidate will format and file legal documents, manage calendars, calendar court dates, and coordinate travel for assigned attorneys. Proficiency with e-filing, Milana, and MS Office is essential.

The role requires at least five years of legal secretarial experience and familiarity with Lexis Nexis, Pacer, ECF, and Concur. High school diploma is required; college degree preferred.