Highly Experienced Litigation Support Specialist

1 week ago


Los Angeles, California, United States Direct Counsel, LLC Full time
Direct Counsel, LLC - Legal Secretary

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Legal Secretary to support attorneys through all phases of litigation, from pre-litigation through trial.

Job Duties:

  1. Providing comprehensive litigation support, managing discovery, organizing case materials, and assisting attorneys throughout all stages of litigation.

  2. Independently tracking and managing litigation cases, discovery, and pre-trial deadlines, ensuring compliance with state and federal requirements.

  3. Drafting and preparing various legal documents, including pleadings, discovery demands and responses, subpoenas, and deposition notices.

  4. Formatting documents in Microsoft Word, creating tables of contents and authorities, proofreading, and preparing for final submission.

  5. Maintaining an accurate, up-to-date litigation calendar, sending timely reminders and ensuring all deadlines are met. Monitor and follow up on multiple, competing deadlines.

  6. Filing documents electronically in state and federal courts, adhering strictly to jurisdiction-specific requirements.

  7. Coordinating trial preparation, including managing exhibits and witness logistics.

  8. Systematically organizing case files and managing emails in the document management system.

Requirements:

  • A minimum of 5-7 years of significant defense-side litigation experience, preferably in a public entity or employment setting.

  • In-depth knowledge of litigation and procedural rules, including deadlines, filing, and requirements.

  • Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook), Adobe Acrobat, and legal case management software, preferably Clio.

  • High-level organizational skills, attention to detail, and proven ability to meet deadlines.

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, enabling effective interaction with attorneys, clients, and court personnel.

Compensation and Benefits:

  • The annual salary range is approximately $65,000 to $80,000, based on experience.

  • Comprehensive benefits are available to support overall well-being.

  • Flexible work arrangements, including the possibility of working from home after an initial probationary period.



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