Integr8staff
Litigation Secretary Job at Integr8staff in Los Angeles
Integr8staff, Los Angeles, CA, United States, 90079
Job Title – Litigation Secretary
Company Location – Los Angeles, CA 90017
Hybrid 1-Day Onsite Work Schedule | Direct Hire
Salary – $85k, DOE
Job Summary of the Litigation Secretary position
Integr8staff seeks a versatile and experienced Litigation Secretary. This position requires a highly motivated individual with experience in all facets of litigation (some of which must be state and federal litigation with healthcare practice experience).
Responsibilities of the Litigation Secretary position
Format, input, edit, retrieve, copy, scan, and transmit legal documents
Prepare pleadings and discovery documents for filing and service
Schedule depositions with attorneys, clients, witnesses, and court reporters
e-Filing – State and Federal
Manage and plan calendar of all appointments, conferences, and meetings
Daily review and prioritization of client correspondence and communications
Create pleading/discovery binders, indexing, filing documents, organize and file case documents
Client intakes, editing contracts, and handling mailings
Schedule conference calls and on-site/off-site meetings
Prepare draft engagement and confirming letters as needed
Prepare and submit new matters; change intakes for existing matters concerning adverse parties and billing contact and other information and collaborate as needed
Arrange and coordinate travel arrangements
Partner timesheets, expense summaries, and client bills
Utilize docketing/calendaring department to track court and filing deadlines
Assists with overflow work and other projects as assigned
Perform overflow typing, filing, or photocopying as requested by other attorneys
Maintain client confidence by keeping client/attorney information confidential
Requirements of the Litigation Secretary position
3+ years of litigation secretary experience in a law firm (state and federal litigation experience)
Extensive knowledge of litigation e-filings and trial procedures, federal, state and appellate court procedures, and federal and state court rules is required
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Must have the ability to learn new skills and systems quickly
Type 75+ wpm and have excellent spelling, grammar, and punctuation
Bachelor’s Degree preferred
Secretarial Certification, ABA approved Paralegal Certification preferred
Experience working with a document management system
Proficient in iManage, ProLaw, Microsoft Office Suite applications Word, PowerPoint, Excel, etc.
Excellent technical, organizational, and administrative skills as well as strong interpersonal skills
Able to prioritize and work independently in a fast-paced environment
This person should be able to work under pressure, be flexible, proactive, resourceful, and efficient
Candidate must be able to handle multiple projects and changing priorities on a very busy desk
Must be able to work in the office 1 day per week following approx. 3 month training period
Updated resume is required for consideration. Only local candidates will be considered - Position does not offer relocation or visa sponsorship.
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