Legal Secretary Job at Burnett Specialists in Los Angeles

Legal Secretary Los Angeles, CA

Join one of the nation's top litigation firms, consistently ranked #1 by Vault for over a decade. With 200+ trial lawyers across New York, Houston, Los Angeles, and Seattle, we take on the most complex, high-stakes cases nationwide. If you're looking for a career where excellence is the standard and your contributions truly matter, this is the place to be!

Full-time | Hybrid (after probationary period)

Schedule: MondayFriday, 37.5 hours/week.

Hybrid work: After a 90-day onsite probation, schedule transitions to 4 days in-office / 1 day remote (flexibility required based on case needs).

Compensation: Base salary $90,000 $104,000, commensurate with experience.

Competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, life insurance, retirement plans, and paid leave.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive administrative and legal support to multiple attorneys, including drafting, editing, and formatting legal documents and correspondence.
• Prepare and e-file pleadings and other legal documents in California state and federal courts, ensuring compliance with rules and deadlines.
• Manage attorney calendars, schedule meetings, hearings, and court appearances, and monitor critical deadlines.
• Organize and maintain client files (electronic and hard copy).
• Assist with attorney timekeeping and billing, including reviewing and preparing invoices.
• Coordinate travel arrangements for attorneys attending trials, hearings, and client meetings.
• Support trial preparation, including creating binders, exhibits, and closing materials.
• Provide backup assistance to other administrative staff as needed.

Qualifications

• 610 years of experience as a Legal Secretary, with at least 3 years in commercial litigation at a large law firm or Am Law 100 environment.
• Proven ability to support five or more attorneys simultaneously.
• Proficiency in e-filing (ECF), docketing, calendaring, and litigation procedures.
• Strong technical skills, including Microsoft 365 and legal document management systems.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Stable job history, showing long-term commitment in previous roles.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience preferred.