Legal Secretary

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Legal Secretary to join our team in Santa Monica, CA. The ideal candidate will possess 5 to 10 years of experience in a legal secretary role, with a strong background in litigation and a thorough understanding of state and federal filing procedures. This position requires exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently in a fast-paced legal environment. Key Responsibilities: Prepare, proofread, and draft legal documents, correspondence, and court filings. Manage and maintain litigation calendars, deadlines, and schedules. File legal documents in state and federal courts, ensuring accuracy and compliance with court rules. Provide administrative support to attorneys, including managing correspondence, answering phones, and scheduling meetings. Organize and maintain electronic and physical filing systems for case files. Conduct legal research as needed and support trial preparation. Qualifications: 5 to 10 years of experience as a legal secretary, preferably in litigation. Strong knowledge of state and federal filing procedures. Excellent proofreading, drafting, and editing skills. Proficiency in legal software and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook). Exceptional organizational and multitasking abilities. Strong communication skills and attention to detail.