Sr. Litigation Legal Secretary

Direct Counsel; Bellflower (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-regarded California law firm is seeking a Litigation Legal Secretary for their San Francisco office. This full-time role involves managing legal documentation, supporting attorneys, and ensuring efficient office operations. Ideal candidates should have extensive litigation experience and strong organizational skills, fitting into a professional and team-oriented environment.

Qualifications

• 7-10 years of experience as a litigation legal secretary in a law firm environment.
• Strong knowledge of state and federal litigation procedures.
• Proficiency in court filing requirements including e-filing.

Responsibilities

• Manage attorney calendars and schedule various legal appointments.
• Prepare legal documents for court filings, including e-filing.
• Coordinate case preparation activities and maintain client files.

Skills

Organizational skills

Client service focus

Communication skills

Time management

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Litigation Legal Secretary

San Francisco, CA

Direct Counsel is seeking a Litigation Legal Secretary to join a well-regarded, full-service California law firm. This is a full-time, on-site position based in the firm's San Francisco office, with the potential for a hybrid schedule (4 days in-office, 1 day remote) after the first 90 days. The ideal candidate will bring strong litigation experience, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, client-focused environment.

Key Responsibilities :

• Manage attorney calendars, including scheduling conferences, depositions, travel, and court appearances.
• Prepare and format legal documents for state and federal court filings, including e-filing.
• Coordinate case preparation activities such as discovery, mediation, arbitration, and hearings.
• Draft correspondence, schedule court reporters and expert witnesses, and prepare visual aids for court presentations.
• Maintain client files, manage deadlines, and ensure timely handling of incoming / outgoing communications.
• Provide administrative support, including time entry, billing review, travel arrangements, and expense reports.
• Answer and screen phone calls and emails professionally and efficiently.
• Support a collegial team of litigation and labor & employment attorneys with a high level of discretion and attention to detail.

Qualifications :

7-10 years of experience as a litigation legal secretary in a law firm environment.

Strong knowledge of state and federal litigation procedures and trial processes.

Proficiency in court filing requirements, including e-filing and arbitration / mediation filings (e.g., AAA, JAMS).

Advanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Excellent drafting, proofreading, and communication skills.

Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet multiple deadlines in a busy setting.

Strong client service focus and ability to maintain confidentiality.

Compensation :

Salary range : $75,000-$92,000, depending on experience and qualifications.

This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned litigation secretary to join a firm that values professionalism, teamwork, and work-life balance. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply to learn more.