Litigation Secretary
Location: Irvine, CA.
Pay Rate and Benefits: $70,000 to $95,000 per year, along with comprehensive benefits such as medical, dental, vision, etc.
Position Type: Full-time, Direct Hire, Onsite
LHH is currently seeking a skilled Civil Litigation Secretary to join large firm in Irvine, 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.
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.
- Assist with trial preparation, including organizing exhibits and trial binders.
Qualifications:
- Minimum of 3 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.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
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• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance