🌟 We're Hiring : Legal Secretary III (Hybrid)! 🌟
We are seeking an experienced Legal Secretary III to support our legal team in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and a strong understanding of legal terminology and procedures.
📍 Location : Walnut Creek, CA (Hybrid – 3 days onsite, 2 days remote)
⏰ Work Mode : Flexible office & remote
Employment Type : Full-Time / Permanent
Pay : Competitive salary (based on experience)
Schedule : Monday to Friday, standard business hours
Duration : Permanent / Full-time
💼 Role : Legal Secretary III
Local candidates only (must be able to work onsite in Walnut Creek, CA 3 days per week).
What You'll Do :
- Maintain attorney calendars and tickler systems
- Schedule meetings with clients, experts, attorneys, co-counsel, and court
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Review and re-index mail for attorney action and calendaringDraft and edit correspondence and memosContact clients to obtain requested informationMaintain and organize electronic legal files with accurate documentationPrepare discovery, pre-trial, and trial documents for court filingManage scheduling and coordination of discovery for both plaintiffs anddefendants
Provide short- and long-term legal secretarial support as neededAnswer and screen telephone callsTranscribe dictation and / or type from handwritten drafts (pleadings, courtforms, reports, releases, etc.)
Provide back-up assistance for other secretariesStay current on court rules and proceduresParticipate in departmental and firm-wide projects.Education and Experience :
High school diploma or GED requiredMinimum 7 years of defense trial and litigation experience in a similarindustry
Minimum 3 years of recent California Civil litigation experienceStrong trial preparation experience requiredSkills and Abilities :
Thorough knowledge of court proceduresAbility to work independently with strong initiativeProficiency in MS Word and case management softwareTyping speed of 70+ wpmCompensation and Benefits :
Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life,AD&D, LTD, 401(k) with employer match, PTO, separate sick time, and paid
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Ready to take your career to the next level? 🚀 Apply now and join our dedicated team!