DTLA Law Firm is looking for an experienced (10+ years) litigation secretary. The Litigation Secretary, will be responsible for preparing local and federal filings, formatting, proof-reading documents, calendaring, scheduling meetings, requesting medical documents, preparing subpoena documents, scheduling court reporters and translators, filing hard copy documents as well as electronic filing, making travel arrangements, and entering time for attorneys.
Requirements:
- Strong Litigation experience is a must. 10 years plus.
- The hours 8:30-5:00 p.m. OT may be needed but it’s not common.
- The secretary will be supporting, 4-5 attorneys
- Back up other secretaries during planned and unplanned secretary absences;
- Must know how to work with Styles in word.
- Must know how to calendar (law tool box, outlook).
- Draft and revise various documents including pleadings, correspondence and memoranda;
- Experience with trial preparation.
- Correctly format court pleadings according to applicable court rules including the auto-generation of tables of authorities (TOAs) and tables of contents (TOCs);
- Research state and federal rules of court
- Timely and accurately file court documents with various courts
- Assist with preparation for meetings, depositions, hearings, mediations, trials and other litigation proceedings;
Skills we are looking for:
- Accuracy in grammar, spelling and punctuation;
- Strong attention to detail and ability to multi-task effectively;
- Self-starter with ability to work independently, as well as in a team environment;
- Knowledge of and experience using Microsoft Office
- Knowledge of and experience with an time-entry programs and calendaring programs;
- Organization and time management are a must.
Please apply only if you meet all requirements.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $75,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- legal secretary: 9 years (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Los Angeles, CA 90071 (Required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Los Angeles, CA 90071
