Legal Secretary

Walnut Creek, CA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 14 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

No relocation/ hybrid / Law Firm

Responsibilities:

Maintain attorney(s) calendar book and tickler system
Schedule meetings experts attorneys and co-counsel and schedule court appearances
Review and re-index mail in OnBase for review and action by attorney and calendaring
Compose correspondence and memos to request or provide information
Contact clients to obtain desired information as requested by attorneys
Maintain electronic confidential legal files and ensure that each file is organized and documented regarding activity
Prepare discovery pre-trial and trial documents for filing with court
Schedule calendars and all discovery initiated by plaintiff(s) and defendant(s)
Provide legal secretarial support on either short- or long-term assignments
Answer and screen telephone calls
Transcribe dictation including correspondence relating to litigation
Assist and provide back up for other secretaries
Maintain current knowledge of court rules
Perform additional tasks
Participate in department and company projects

Education and/or Experience:

High school diploma or GED
7 years of defense trial litigation experience in a similar industry
3 years recent California Civil litigation experience
Trial preparation experiences a must
Good organization and communication skills
Thorough knowledge of court procedures
Strong initiative and ability to work independently
Computer literate proficient in MS Word; knowledge of case management software; type 70 wpm

Benefits:

Comprehensive benefits package includes medical dental vision life AD&D LTD 401(k) with employer match PTO and separate sick time and paid holidays

No relocation/ hybrid / Law FirmResponsibilities: Maintain attorney(s) calendar book and tickler systemSchedule meetings experts attorneys and co-counsel and schedule court appearancesReview and re-index mail in OnBase for review and action by attorney and calendaringCompose correspondence and memos...