Michael Page is hiring: Legal Secretary - SF in San Francisco

Legal Secretary - SF

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Base pay: $85,000.00/yr - $107,000.00/yr

A top global law firm is seeking an experienced Legal Secretary to provide high-level administrative and legal support to a team of 7 attorneys within the Litigation and Transactions practice groups. The ideal candidate will bring at least 7 years of law firm experience, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment. This is a hybrid position based in San Francisco.

This role is with an international law firm that provides legal services in litigation, regulatory, and corporate matters, with a strong reputation for its government contracts practice and a focus on pro bono service, diversity, and client‑centric innovation.

Description

• Provide comprehensive administrative support to 7 attorneys, managing day‑to‑day workflow and priorities.
• Prepare, edit, and proofread legal documents, correspondence, and presentations with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Manage attorney calendars, including scheduling meetings, court dates, and client appointments.
• Coordinate complex domestic and international travel arrangements, including itineraries, reservations, and expense reporting.
• Handle client billing processes, including time entry, editing prebills, and liaising with the billing department to ensure timely submission.
• Assist with file organization, document management, and case preparation.
• Act as a liaison between attorneys, clients, and internal teams to ensure seamless communication and support.
• Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.

Profile

• Minimum 7 years of legal secretary or legal assistant experience within a law firm environment (required)
• Prior experience supporting both litigation and transactional attorneys strongly preferred
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and legal document management systems
• Strong understanding of billing processes and time entry systems
• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines with a high level of professionalism

Job Offer

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience ($80-100K)
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, 401(k), and wellness programs
• Professional development and growth opportunities within a top‑tier firm

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• Legal

Industries

• Law Practice

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.