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Cooperative of American Physicians, Inc.

Legal Secretary III

Cooperative of American Physicians, Inc., Walnut Creek, California, United States, 94598

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Base pay range $75,000.00/yr - $92,000.00/yr

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Schmid & Voiles, the dedicated law firm for the Cooperative of American Physicians, Inc. seeks a Legal Secretary to perform diverse secretarial duties in support of the Legal Department, in Walnut Creek. Our dedicated employees are the essential element to CAP’s success. CAP’s team of well-trained professionals with a commitment to excellence has helped deliver to our member physicians an unparalleled quality of products and services. Our corporate culture and collegial collaboration of minds and efforts is unmatched.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Maintain attorney(s) calendar book and tickler system

Schedule meetings with clients, experts, attorneys and co-counsel and schedule court appearances

Review and re-index mail in OnBase for review and action by attorney and calendaring of same

Compose correspondence and memos to request or provide information

Contact clients to obtain desired information as requested by attorneys

Maintain electronic confidential legal files and ensure that each file is organized and documented regarding activity

Prepare discovery, pre-trial and trial documents for filing with court

Schedule, calendars and coordinate all aspects of discovery initiated by plaintiff(s) and defendant(s)

Provide legal secretarial support on either short- or long-term assignments

Answer and screen telephone calls

Transcribe dictation and/or type from handwritten material or rough draft copy, including correspondence relating to litigation (pleadings, court forms, reports, summaries, releases, etc.

Assist and provide backup for other secretaries

Maintain current knowledge of court rules

Participate in department and company projects

Education and/or Experience:

High school diploma or GED

7 years of defense trial, litigation experience in a similar industry

3 years recent California Civil litigation experience

Trial preparation experience a must

Other Skills and Abilities:

Good organization and communication skills

Thorough knowledge of court procedures

Strong initiative and ability to work independently

Computer literate –proficient in MS Word; knowledge of case management software; type 70+ wpm

Seniority level Mid-Senior level

Employment type Full-time

Job function Legal

Industries Insurance

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Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

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