<p>A boutique real estate litigation law firm in Encino is seeking an experienced Litigation Legal Secretary to join their team. This contract-to-hire opportunity offers the chance to support a dynamic practice across secretarial, legal research, and administrative functions. The position is primarily onsite, with the potential for one remote day per week after the initial 90-day period.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Provide comprehensive administrative and secretarial support to four attorneys, with primary support to one lead litigator.</li><li>Draft, prepare, and format pleadings, motions, oppositions, briefs, and other legal documents.</li><li>File documents with state and federal courts via electronic filing (e-filing).</li><li>Maintain attorney calendars, track deadlines, and coordinate hearings and meetings (experience with MyCase or similar systems preferred).</li><li>Conduct legal research using DataTree and other resources as directed.</li><li>Create templates and standard forms based on attorney guidance.</li><li>Assist with both litigation and transactional matters as needed.</li><li>Ensure timely and accurate preparation of case files and correspondence.</li></ul>

<p><strong>Qualifications</strong></p><ul><li>5+ years of experience as a Litigation Legal Secretary (paralegal experience a plus, but role is secretary-focused).</li><li>Strong knowledge of court filing procedures, calendaring, and litigation processes.</li><li>Proficiency in e-filing and case management software (MyCase preferred, but open to other systems).</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong attention to detail.</li><li>Proven ability to draft and format legal documents with minimal oversight.</li><li>Ability to manage multiple priorities, work under tight deadlines, and adapt in a fast-paced environment.</li></ul><p><strong>Additional Details</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Start Date:</strong> Within a few days of offer.</li><li><strong>Schedule:</strong> Full-time, Monday–Friday, 9:00am–5:30pm.</li><li><strong>Location:</strong> Encino (onsite, with potential for 1 remote day per week after ramp-up).</li><li><strong>Pay Rate:</strong> $32–$37/hr, depending on experience.</li><li><strong>Environment:</strong> Professional boutique law firm with a supportive team of four attorneys.</li><li><strong>Equipment:</strong> Provided by the firm.</li></ul><p>For immediate considerations, email resumes directly to <strong>chris.azzi@roberthalf[dotcom]</strong> with the subject line "<strong>Litigation Legal Secretary</strong>".</p>

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