Litigation Secretary, Civil Litigation in San Francisco Bay Area
Overview
Own civil litigation support for a long standing East Bay firm with 5+ years of experience supporting attorneys in a bustling office. You will manage calendars, e‑filings and court appearances for a Civil Litigation practice in a fully onsite environment. Collaborate with attorneys, clients and opposing counsel to ensure smooth case progress and accurate document preparation. This role offers competitive compensation and strong benefits in a collaborative team setting.
What You'll Do8
- 1Draft and edit correspondence and pleadings with accuracy
- 2Arrange Court Appearances, Depositions, Mediations, and related proceedings
- 3Assist in compiling legal documents and exhibits for filings
- 4File pleadings with applicable courts and manage electronic filings
- 5Manage Attorney’s Calendar and coordinate deadlines
- 6Handle telephone communications with clients, opposing counsel and courts
- 7Maintain and update client files and matter documentation
- 8Support, format, proofread, and edit documents to meet firm standards
Requirements6
- 15-10 years of Litigation Legal Secretary experience
- 2Proficient in Microsoft Word and general computer skills
- 3Strong attention to detail
- 4Outstanding client services skills
- 5Excellent formatting, proofreading and editing skills
- 6Written and verbal communication skills
Salary Insight
$70 - $90k per year
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Required Skills
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