Legal Secretary, Litigation Job at Addison Group in San Francisco

Job Title: Legal Secretary, Litigation

Location (city, state): San Francisco, CA (Hybrid)

Industry: civil litigation practice

Pay: $105,000

Are you looking for an exciting Legal Secretary position at a boutique Litigation firm downtown San Francisco? What would you say if I told you that once you are fully trained, you could work REMOTELY three days a week? Interested? Please contact us today to discuss this opportunity!

Key Responsibilities:

• Must be able to handle workload for 3 attorneys on a heavy litigation desk.
• Must be able to manage attorney scheduling and calendars accurately and efficiently with electronic system (ProLaw)
• Must be able to prepare, format, & edit legal documents such as pleadings, discovery and correspondence (including TOA/TOC)
• Must have thorough knowledge of rules and procedures for service of documents and filings with Federal Courts and California Superior Courts (manual and electronic filing)
• Ability to multi-task and complete assignments quickly and accurately to meet demanding deadlines
• Manage documents in firm document management system (Imanage)
• Ability to take initiative, be resourceful and anticipate needs of attorneys

Qualifications:

• Minimum 10 years current experience on a civil litigation desk
• Attention to detail is an absolute must
• Paralegal skills a plus
• Excellent written and oral communications skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills — you must be able to communicate and interact with clients, court staff, and other third parties on behalf of the firm in a professional and courteous manner
• Must be a team player and be able to work effectively and courteously with your co-workers, especially in times of stress
• Will provide assistance to others within the firm when requested based on priorities of current work-in-hand, promoting teamwork and mutual cooperation among all staff members
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 products, including Word, Outlook and Adobe.
• Experience with document management system preferred. Imanage and Prolaw experience a plus.

Additional Details: This role requires a candidate who can adapt to a dynamic environment and manage multiple tasks efficiently. The ideal candidate should have excellent communication skills and a professional demeanor.

Perks:

• Hybrid work environment in a prime downtown San Francisco location
• Opportunity to work in a specialized boutique firm
• Professional development and growth opportunities within the firm

Why choose Addison Administrative & HR?

• Pay: We negotiate high salaries using US Bureau of Labor Statistics
• Benefits & Bonuses: You are eligible for medical, dental, vision insurance benefits, 401K, and monetary bonuses
• Permanent Employment: Many of Addison’s Administrative job openings lead to potential permanent employment
• Connections: You connect directly with hiring managers from renowned organizations
• Options: You are presented multiple employment options near your home
• Professional Development: You are provided hiring process advice, resume revision, and employment term negotiation