LHH is hiring: Litigation Secretary in Los Angeles

Overview

LHH is currently seeking a skilled Civil Litigation Secretary to join a large firm in Los Angeles (Century City), CA. As a Civil Litigation Secretary, you will play a crucial role in supporting our legal team in handling civil litigation matters. This position requires excellent organizational skills, a strong attention to detail, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Pay Rate and Benefits

Pay Rate and Benefits: $90,000 to $115,000 per year, along with comprehensive benefits such as medical, dental, vision, etc.

Position Type

Position Type: Full-time, Hybrid (3 Days Onsite), Direct Hire

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive administrative support to attorneys and legal professionals in civil litigation matters.
• Prepare, proofread, and format legal documents, including pleadings, motions, briefs, and correspondence.
• Maintain and organize case files, documents, and records.
• Manage court deadlines and assist in calculating pre-trial dates.
• Coordinate and schedule meetings, depositions, and court appearances.
• Conduct legal research and gather relevant information from various sources.
• Assist with court filings, including e-filing in state and federal courts.
• Prepare and handle document production and discovery requests.
• Assist with trial preparation, including organizing exhibits and trial binders.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of prior experience as a civil litigation secretary, supporting litigators in civil defense.
• Strong knowledge of civil litigation procedures.
• Proficiency in court deadlines and calculating pre-trial dates accurately.
• Experience with court filings, including e-filing in state and federal courts.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in document preparation.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• High level of professionalism, integrity, and discretion.

Benefits and Equal Opportunity

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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