Job Details

A boutique litigation firm in Los Angeles, CA is seeking a highly organized Legal Secretary to support its collaborative, fast-paced practice. This role works directly with a senior partner known for leading complex, high-profile cases. Key responsibilities include preparing legal documents, managing discovery, calendaring deadlines, handling case intake, and supporting trial preparation. The ideal candidate is a dependable legal professional with solid litigation experience, strong technical skills, and a proactive, detail-oriented approach to supporting attorneys across a variety of civil and regulatory matters.

Salary: $36 - $40 / hour DOE

Legal Secretary Responsibilities:

• Prepare and finalize legal documents including discovery shells, tables, declarations, exhibits, and transmittal letters
• Proofread, cite check, and assemble filings for service and submission to courts
• Manage documents for review, production, and organization for hearings, depositions, and trials
• Conduct case intake and gather client information, track filings, and maintain organized case files
• Handle calendaring responsibilities using Compulaw and ensure court deadlines are met
• Coordinate with attorneys for conference calls, video meetings, and court communications
• Support trial prep including PowerPoint development and demonstrative aid creation
• Assist with various administrative tasks related to complex litigation cases

• Minimum of 5 years' experience as a Legal Secretary or Legal Assistant in a litigation law firm
• Hybrid legal assistant/paralegal experience strongly preferred
• Knowledge of California State and Federal court rules, including e-filing procedures
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, Westlaw, PACER, DISCO, Relativity, or similar platforms
• Experience handling complex litigation from intake to trial preferred
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage changing priorities
• Bachelor's degree or Paralegal Certificate is preferred but not required with relevant experience

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Three weeks PTO annually and nine paid holidays
• 401(k) profit sharing eligibility after one year
• Friendly, team-oriented culture with low turnover and strong tenure
• Growth opportunity including partner track potential