We're Hiring : Legal Secretary!
We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Legal Secretary to join our team in Walnut Creek, United States. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3 years of experience in a legal environment, proficient in managing administrative tasks and supporting attorneys with their daily responsibilities.
Location : Walnut Creek, CA (Local Candidates only)
Role : Legal Secretary
Work Set-up : Hybrid - 2 days Remote and 3 Days Onsite
What You'll Do :
- Maintain attorney calendars and tickler systems
- Schedule meetings with clients, experts, attorneys, co-counsel, and court appearances
- Review and re-index mail for attorney action and calendaring
- Draft and edit correspondence and memos
- Contact clients to obtain requested information
- Maintain and organize electronic legal files with accurate documentation
- Prepare discovery, pre-trial, and trial documents for court filing
- Manage scheduling and coordination of discovery for both plaintiffs and defendants
- Provide short- and long-term legal secretarial support as needed
- Answer and screen telephone calls
- Transcribe dictation and / or type from handwritten drafts (pleadings, court forms, reports, releases, etc.)
- Provide back-up assistance for other secretaries
- Stay current on court rules and procedures
Participate in departmental and firm-wide projects
What We’re Looking For :
High school diploma or GED requiredMinimum 7 years of defense trial and litigation experience in a similar industryMinimum 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, LTD401(k) with employer matchPTOseparate sick timepaid holidaysReady to make an impact? 🚀 Apply now and let’s grow together!