Legal Secretary

GPAC

  • San Diego, CA
  • $65,000-85,000 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 25 days ago
  • Apply easily
Legal Secretary - Hybrid Opportunity in San Diego, CAPremier Law firm is currently seeking an experienced Legal Secretary to join their dynamic team in their San Diego location. This firm is renowned for its commitment to excellence and is looking for a Legal Secretary with a minimum of 5 years of recent secretarial litigation experience to contribute to their continued success. Experience in employment law, professional liability, and general liability defense is preferred. The ideal candidate should demonstrate a solid grasp of civil litigation, possess exceptional calendaring and organizational abilities, meticulous attention to detail, and the capacity to thrive independently within a bustling office setting. This is a hybrid position - 3 days in office.Primary Responsibilities:
  • Editing and finalizing various legal documents, letters, and reports.
  • Manually managing calendars (utilizing Outlook).
  • Handling filings with both state and federal courts, including electronic filings.
  • General administrative tasks encompassing phone correspondence, expense reports, travel arrangements, and the efficient management of attorneys' schedules.
  • Efficiently juggling multiple cases and supporting several attorneys.
  • Excelling both as an independent worker and as a team player.
Minimum Qualifications:
  • 5+ years of recent litigation experience, preferably in civil ligation defense. Experience in employment law, professional liability, and general liability defense a plus.
  • Experience with state and federal court filing, including e-filing experience
  • Adept knowledge of calendaring, encompassing state and federal court regulations, dates, and procedures
  • Proficiency in using various technical tools, including Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
  • Competence in preparing Tables of Authorities (TOA) and Tables of Contents (TOC) within Word.
  • History of crafting diverse legal documents such as motions (e.g., MSJs), discovery materials, pleadings, and judicial council forms.
  • Outstanding communication abilities, coupled with a highly organized nature.
  • Familiarity with software applications like iManage, Coyote Analytics, Westlaw - Deadline Assistant, and PACER.
  • Demonstrated teamwork orientation.
  • Collaboration skills, contributing to a shared mission with colleagues.
  • A proactive attitude, including a willingness to take on new responsibilities.
  • A strong work ethic and commitment to the role.
Why Choose This Firm:This law firm is committed to fostering a supportive and collaborative work environment that encourages personal and professional growth. Joining their team offers the following benefits:
  • Competitive compensation packages based on experience.
  • Comprehensive dental, medical, and vision insurance coverage along with a 401k plan.
  • Dedication to maintaining a healthy work-life balance with a Hybrid schedule
  • Generous paid time off and holidays.
  • The opportunity to work alongside a dynamic and talented group of professionals.
  • Open, honest, and transparent communication within the firm.
Salary will be commensurate with experience.For further information about this exciting opportunity, candidates can email or call/text 605-679-4241. All communication is confidential.

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