Litigation Legal Secretary

Litigation Legal Secretary Palo Alto, CA

Lakin Spears
Full Time Palo Alto, CA 75000 - 110000 USD ANNUAL Today
Job description

Lakin Spears, a mid-sized Palo Alto firm practicing in all areas of Family Law is looking for a full-time Litigation Secretary. Must have substantial experience in all aspects of litigation support and experience in customary litigation software applications such as Word, Outlook, law practice management software and E-Filing systems. Requires expertise in both state and federal court filing/service procedures, discovery procedures, calendaring, e-filing, trial preparation activities, and legal document assembly.

We offer a competitive and comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental and 401K a congenial work environment and competitive salary.

Typical duties of this position include:

  • Draft correspondence and notices to be sent to opposing counsels, clients, and court officials.
  • Review, edit and finalize legal documents and ensure that discovery and pleadings are finalized, filed, and served.
  • Coordinate appointments, motion hearings, expert and client meetings, and depositions.
  • Send notices to all parties and schedule court reporters for depositions.
  • Coordinate pertinent dates for cases.
  • Prepare and finalize subpoenas for personal appearance and/or production of documents.
  • Review mail and update proof of service to ensure that all service lists are current.
  • Calendar entries for lawyers, documents, and client case events.
  • Type, draft, edit, and finalize pleadings, complaints, answers, demurrers, motion papers, brief reports, etc. Locate and compile all exhibits necessary in support of motions.
  • Prepare and finalize table of contents and table of authorities.
  • Proficient in Case Management/Electronic Case Filing (CM/ECF) and PACER systems with District Courts, Bankruptcy Courts, and Appellate Courts and knowledgeable of local rules and protocols.
  • Responsible for editing, organizing, and filing all trial documents such as motions in limine, exhibit lists, witness lists, jury instructions, verdict forms, trial briefs, etc.
  • Compile and organize trial binders with all necessary documents for attorneys to take to court.
  • Provide backup coverage in coordination with other team mates as needed.

Requirements of this position include:

  • 3 – 7 years as a Litigation Legal Secretary. Any type of litigation is acceptable.
  • Demonstrated aptitude in the areas of communication, organization, writing and research.
  • Strong understanding of all aspects of litigation.
  • Ability to work collaboratively and independently.
  • Elevated level of emotional intelligence, empathy, and compassion.
  • Effective organizational, project management, communications and people skills required.
  • Excellent analytical skills.
  • Must collaborate effectively with other motivated professionals in a demanding environment.
  • Proven proficiency in the MS Suite of applications, legal time and billing systems and records management software.
  • Ability to sit at a desk for prolonged periods of time and lift up to 25lbs on a regular basis.

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • 7-hour shift
  • Monday to Friday

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $75,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Parental leave
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Monday to Friday
  • Overtime

Travel requirement:

  • No travel

Ability to commute/relocate:

  • Palo Alto, CA 94303: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

  • Legal Secretar: 3 years (Preferred)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Palo Alto, CA 94303

Litigation Legal Secretary
Lakin Spears

www.dlccs.com
San Francisco, United States
Unknown / Non-Applicable
1 to 50 Employees
Company - Public
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