Job Description

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 required
Minimum 7 years of defense trial and litigation experience in a similar industry
Minimum 3 years of recent California Civil litigation experience
Strong trial preparation experience required
Skills And Abilities
Thorough knowledge of court procedures
Ability to work independently with strong initiative
Proficiency in MS Word and case management software
Typing speed of 70+ wpm
Compensation And Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, LTD
401(k) with employer match
PTO
separate sick time
paid holidays
Ready to make an impact? Apply now and let’s grow together!

Job Tags

Temporary work, Local area,

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