Litigation Legal Secretary Job at Beacon Hill in California

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Base pay range

$40.00/yr - $59.00/yr

Beacon Hill is partnering with a prestigious AmLaw 100 law firm to support their Los Angeles office with two temporary Litigation Legal Secretary openings. These are excellent opportunities to join a well-respected team and contribute meaningful support in a busy litigation practice.

Details

• Position: Temporary Litigation Legal Secretary
• Duration: 2-3 months
• Pay Rate: $40-$59/hr (commensurate with experience)
• Start Date: Urgent / ASAP

Responsibilities

• Provide litigation secretarial support to multiple attorneys across practice groups
• Handle heavy court filings (state, federal, and appellate), including e-filing and service of pleadings
• Draft, edit, proofread, and format legal documents, pleadings, memoranda, and correspondence under deadlines
• Track litigation deadlines and coordinate with docketing staff
• Manage attorney calendars, schedule depositions, hearings, and travel
• Maintain case files (paper and electronic) and prepare trial or working binders
• Support billing, time entry, expense reporting, and vendor invoices
• Serve as a professional point of contact with attorneys, staff, clients, and opposing counsel

Qualifications

• 5+ years of litigation legal secretary experience in a law firm environment
• Proficiency with MS Word, Outlook, Excel, and Adobe Acrobat/Power PDF (Office 365 a plus)
• Typing speed of 75+ WPM with high accuracy
• Familiarity with California and federal court rules and e-filing procedures
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines under pressure
• Excellent proofreading, grammar, and communication skills
• Professionalism, discretion, and a team-oriented approach

Why Apply

This is a unique opportunity to gain experience in a highly regarded AmLaw 100 environment. The firm offers a collaborative culture, challenging assignments, and the chance to contribute at a high level in a respected litigation practice.

Beacon Hill is an equal opportunity employer and individuals with disabilities and/or protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

California residents: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.