Job Description

Job Title: Litigation Legal Secretary (Hybrid)

Location: San Francisco, CA (Hybrid Schedule)

Job Type: Full-Time

Practice Area: Litigation

Reports To: Assigned Attorneys/Legal Support Manager

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Litigation Legal Secretary to join our dynamic legal team in San Francisco on a hybrid work schedule . The ideal candidate will have strong litigation support skills, excellent organizational abilities, and a proactive attitude. You will be responsible for supporting attorneys in all phases of the litigation process, ensuring the smooth functioning of daily operations both remotely and in-office.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, revise, and format legal documents including pleadings, discovery, correspondence, and memoranda.

• File documents with state and federal courts via e-filing platforms (e.g., CM/ECF, Odyssey).

• Maintain case files, calendars, and deadlines; manage docketing of court dates and appointments.

• Coordinate meetings, depositions, travel arrangements, and conference calls.

• Communicate professionally with clients, court personnel, and opposing counsel.

• Track billable time, prepare expense reports, and assist with monthly billing.

• Handle administrative tasks including time entry, scanning, photocopying, and transcriptions.

• Collaborate with other legal staff to meet deadlines and manage high-volume case loads.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of litigation secretarial experience in a law firm or corporate legal department.

• Thorough knowledge of federal and California state court rules and procedures.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat, and legal management systems (e.g., iManage, NetDocuments, or similar).

• Familiarity with legal calendaring systems (e.g., CompuLaw, CourtAlert) is preferred.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to work independently and in a team, manage multiple tasks, and meet tight deadlines.

• High degree of professionalism, confidentiality, and discretion.

Work Environment & Schedule

• Hybrid Schedule: Typically 3 days in-office, 2 days remote (subject to firm policy).

• Modern downtown San Francisco office with access to public transit.

• Collaborative and supportive team environment.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary ($80,000 - $110,000+, DOE)

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• 401(k) with employer match

• Paid time off and holidays

• Professional development opportunities

• Commuter benefits and wellness programs
  

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. For unincorporated Los Angeles county , to the extent our customers require a background check for certain positions, the Company faces a significant risk to its business operations and business reputation unless a review of criminal history is conducted for those specific job positions.

Job Tags

Holiday work, Full time, Local area,

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