Legal Secretary

Sacramento, California
IDj-1025
Job TypeDirect Hire
Remote TypeOn-Site

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Litigation & Legal Support:

  • Prepare, revise, proofread, and finalize complex legal documents, pleadings, correspondence, memoranda, and emails from drafts and transcription

  • Handle e-filings in state and federal courts and administrative agencies while ensuring compliance with court rules and filing procedures

  • Support all stages of litigation from case initiation through trial preparation and resolution

  • Assemble exhibits, pleadings, discovery materials, and supporting documentation for hearings, arbitrations, mediations, depositions, and trials

  • Create, update, and maintain Tables of Contents (TOC) and Tables of Authorities (TOA)

  • Maintain litigation files, records, and case documentation in accordance with firm procedures

  • Ensure legal documents comply with firm formatting standards and filing deadlines

Administrative & Operational Support:

  • Manage attorney calendars, scheduling meetings, appointments, hearings, and critical litigation deadlines

  • Maintain master calendars and monitor case-related deadlines to ensure timely filings and appearances

  • Coordinate travel arrangements including airfare, hotels, transportation, and itineraries for attorneys

  • Process new client and matter intake requests in accordance with firm policies

  • Sort, review, print, and distribute incoming mail, correspondence, and emails appropriately

  • Utilize legal software, document management systems, transcription equipment, and Microsoft Office applications to manage workflow efficiently

  • Organize and prepare materials for meetings, presentations, and legal proceedings

  • Assist with marketing and business development materials including attorney biographies, pitch folders, and PowerPoint presentations

  • Provide backup and overflow support to attorneys and administrative staff as needed

Additional Support:

  • Maintain confidentiality of sensitive firm, client, personnel, and litigation information

  • Collaborate effectively with attorneys, staff, vendors, and clients in a professional manner

  • Prioritize and manage multiple assignments and competing deadlines in a high-volume environment

  • Deliver excellent administrative and client service support across the firm

  • Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned to support business needs

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • High School Diploma or equivalent required

  • Minimum of 5 years of litigation secretary experience in a law firm environment

  • Strong knowledge of litigation procedures, court rules, legal terminology, and e-filing requirements

  • Excellent writing, editing, proofreading, and formatting skills

  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook

  • Familiarity with document management systems such as iManage preferred

  • Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to support multiple attorneys simultaneously

  • Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills

  • Ability to work independently while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail

  • Professional demeanor with strong discretion and confidentiality standards

  • Reliable attendance, punctuality, and flexibility to work overtime as needed

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

  • Fully onsite role in Sacramento, CA with regular, reliable attendance required

  • Fast-paced litigation and legal support environment

  • Collaborative, team-oriented culture with cross-functional interaction

  • Ability to sit for extended periods while performing computer-based tasks

  • Frequent use of standard office equipment including copiers, scanners, printers, and phone systems

  • Ability to lift and carry office materials up to 25 pounds as needed

BENEFITS:

  • Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

  • Retirement savings plan options

  • Paid Time Off (PTO)

  • Professional development and growth opportunities

  • Additional firm-sponsored benefits

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