Legal Secretary – Native American Law Government & Transactions

Pay: $87000.00 - $97000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Support meaningful high-impact legal work involving tribal sovereignty and economic development
• Work directly with a Partner on sophisticated gaming finance and commercial matters
• Hybrid schedule with predictable hours and work-life balance
• Join a nationally respected AmLaw 200 firm known for inclusion and long-term stability
• Competitive compensation bonus potential and top-tier benefits

Location

• Hybrid role based in Downtown San Diego

Note

• Must have 5 years of experience supporting attorneys in transactional regulatory or government-facing practices
• Not a litigation role

About Our Client

Our client is a nationally recognized full-service AmLaw 200 law firm with approximately 200 attorneys. The firm is highly regarded for its sophisticated legal work inclusive culture and commitment to client service. Attorneys and staff collaborate on complex matters across industries with a strong emphasis on professional growth respect and long-term career development.

Job Description

• Draft format and prepare transactional documents agreements correspondence resolutions and memoranda
• Assemble execute and distribute deal documents including signature packets and closing binders
• Manage complex attorney calendars and coordinate meetings with clients and government agencies
• Communicate with tribal governments state and federal agencies and external stakeholders
• Organize due diligence materials track timelines and maintain matter files
• Prepare expense reports check requests and administrative documentation
• Support attorneys with varying work styles and priorities
• Conduct preliminary research related to gaming regulations tribal matters and government processes
• Assist with document management for land-into-trust tribal-state compacts and economic development projects
• Coordinate travel conferences and client meeting logistics

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience as a legal secretary or executive legal assistant
• Background supporting transactional regulatory government affairs or complex non-litigation practices
• Strong document formatting and organizational skills
• Experience coordinating with government agencies or public entities preferred
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with discretion and sound judgment
• Professional written and verbal communication skills
• High school diploma required; additional education or certifications a plus
• Experience with Native American or Indian law is a plus but not required

Why Youll Love Working Here

• Hybrid flexibility with structured schedules
• Mission-driven work with real-world impact
• Direct partnership with senior leadership
• Supportive collaborative team culture
• Strong compensation bonuses and excellent benefits

Available Schedules

• Position 1: MondayFriday 7:00 a.m. 2:30 p.m.
• Position 2: TuesdaySaturday 11:30 a.m. 7:00 p.m.
• Candidates should indicate schedule preference when applying

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Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Requirements: Must have 5 yrs legal support exp in transactional regulatory or gov.-facing practices. Relocation- no. Packages - no

Submissions Name / Shelby Thompson /

Quick Recruiter Reference (Internal Summary)

AmLaw 200 firm hiring two Legal Secretaries to support a Partner in Native American Law focusing on gaming transactions finance and government-facing matters. Must have 5 years supporting transactional or regulatory attorneys; litigation-only backgrounds are not a fit. Hybrid role with set schedules and strong compensation.

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• Client job title: Legal Secretary Native American Law / Government & Transactions

• Location: San Diego CA

• On-site hybrid remote: Hybrid (2 days remote)

• Experience: 5

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