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Legal Secretary
We are looking for a highly organized and detail-oriented Legal Secretary to join our team on a long-term contract basis. This role is based in Sacramento, California, and requires expertise in providing administrative and legal support to attorneys. The ideal candidate will bring strong skills in e-filing, calendar management, and document preparation to ensure seamless operations within the legal team.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare, proofread, and format legal documents, ensuring accuracy and compliance with court requirements.<br>• Handle electronic filing (e-filing) of legal documents with state and federal courts.<br>• Manage attorneys’ calendars, including scheduling meetings, court dates, and deadlines.<br>• Coordinate and track court filings to ensure timely submissions.<br>• Transcribe dictations and prepare correspondence as needed.<br>• Maintain organized case files and manage document storage systems.<br>• Communicate effectively with clients, court personnel, and other legal professionals.<br>• Assist with the preparation of trial materials, exhibits, and other legal documentation.<br>• Monitor and prioritize incoming communications, including emails and phone calls.<br>• Perform general administrative tasks, such as processing invoices and managing office supplies.
• Proven experience as a Legal Secretary or in a similar administrative role within a legal setting.<br>• Strong knowledge of e-filing procedures for state and federal courts.<br>• Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.<br>• Proficiency in calendar management and scheduling for legal professionals.<br>• Familiarity with legal terminology and document preparation.<br>• Exceptional written and verbal communication abilities.<br>• Proficient in using legal software and office tools such as Microsoft Office Suite.<br>• High attention to detail and accuracy in all tasks.
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  • Sacramento, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 27.71 - 32.09 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a highly organized and detail-oriented Legal Secretary to join our team on a long-term contract basis. This role is based in Sacramento, California, and requires expertise in providing administrative and legal support to attorneys. The ideal candidate will bring strong skills in e-filing, calendar management, and document preparation to ensure seamless operations within the legal team.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare, proofread, and format legal documents, ensuring accuracy and compliance with court requirements.<br>• Handle electronic filing (e-filing) of legal documents with state and federal courts.<br>• Manage attorneys’ calendars, including scheduling meetings, court dates, and deadlines.<br>• Coordinate and track court filings to ensure timely submissions.<br>• Transcribe dictations and prepare correspondence as needed.<br>• Maintain organized case files and manage document storage systems.<br>• Communicate effectively with clients, court personnel, and other legal professionals.<br>• Assist with the preparation of trial materials, exhibits, and other legal documentation.<br>• Monitor and prioritize incoming communications, including emails and phone calls.<br>• Perform general administrative tasks, such as processing invoices and managing office supplies.
  • 2025-09-25T22:04:30Z

Legal Secretary Job in Sacramento | Robert Half