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Legal Secretary
<p>Position Overview</p><p>We are hiring for multiple Litigation Secretary roles in the Sacramento area. These positions are offered on both contract and contract-to-hire bases. We are looking for candidates with extensive expertise in litigation support, calendaring, and running a legal desk while supporting several attorneys. The role demands attention to detail, excellent organizational abilities, and the capacity to excel in a fast-paced setting.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li><strong>Litigation Support</strong>: Assist attorneys with all phases of litigation, including drafting, formatting, and filing legal documents such as pleadings, motions, and discovery materials.</li><li><strong>Calendaring</strong>: Manage complex attorney schedules, including court appearances, depositions, hearings, and deadlines, ensuring accurate and timely calendar updates.</li><li><strong>Legal Desk Management</strong>: Oversee the administrative operations of a legal desk, including document management, case file organization, and correspondence.</li><li><strong>Attorney Support</strong>: Provide comprehensive administrative support to multiple attorneys, including scheduling meetings, coordinating travel, and handling client communications.</li><li><strong>Document Preparation</strong>: Prepare, proofread, and finalize legal documents, ensuring compliance with court rules and firm standards.</li><li><strong>Client Interaction</strong>: Serve as a point of contact for clients, maintaining professionalism and confidentiality in all communications.</li><li><strong>Case Management</strong>: Track case progress, maintain case files, and ensure all deadlines are met in accordance with court and firm requirements.</li><li><strong>Technology Proficiency</strong>: Utilize legal software (e.g., case management systems, e-filing platforms) and Microsoft Office Suite to streamline workflows.</li><li><strong>E-Filing</strong>: Handle electronic filing of legal documents with state and local courts, ensuring compliance with specific court requirements and deadlines.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Qualifications</p><ul><li><strong>Experience</strong>: Minimum of 3-5 years of experience as a litigation secretary or in a similar legal administrative role, with a strong focus on litigation, calendaring, and e-filing with state and local courts.</li><li><strong>Skills</strong>:</li><li>Proven ability to manage a legal desk and support multiple attorneys simultaneously.</li><li>Exceptional organizational and time-management skills.</li><li>Strong written and verbal communication skills.</li><li>Proficiency in legal software (e.g., iManage, Clio, or similar), e-filing platforms, and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).</li><li>Knowledge of court rules, procedures, and e-filing systems for state and local jurisdictions.</li></ul><p><br></p>
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  • Sacramento, CA
  • remote
  • Temporary
  • 25.00 - 45.00 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Position Overview</p><p>We are hiring for multiple Litigation Secretary roles in the Sacramento area. These positions are offered on both contract and contract-to-hire bases. We are looking for candidates with extensive expertise in litigation support, calendaring, and running a legal desk while supporting several attorneys. The role demands attention to detail, excellent organizational abilities, and the capacity to excel in a fast-paced setting.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li><strong>Litigation Support</strong>: Assist attorneys with all phases of litigation, including drafting, formatting, and filing legal documents such as pleadings, motions, and discovery materials.</li><li><strong>Calendaring</strong>: Manage complex attorney schedules, including court appearances, depositions, hearings, and deadlines, ensuring accurate and timely calendar updates.</li><li><strong>Legal Desk Management</strong>: Oversee the administrative operations of a legal desk, including document management, case file organization, and correspondence.</li><li><strong>Attorney Support</strong>: Provide comprehensive administrative support to multiple attorneys, including scheduling meetings, coordinating travel, and handling client communications.</li><li><strong>Document Preparation</strong>: Prepare, proofread, and finalize legal documents, ensuring compliance with court rules and firm standards.</li><li><strong>Client Interaction</strong>: Serve as a point of contact for clients, maintaining professionalism and confidentiality in all communications.</li><li><strong>Case Management</strong>: Track case progress, maintain case files, and ensure all deadlines are met in accordance with court and firm requirements.</li><li><strong>Technology Proficiency</strong>: Utilize legal software (e.g., case management systems, e-filing platforms) and Microsoft Office Suite to streamline workflows.</li><li><strong>E-Filing</strong>: Handle electronic filing of legal documents with state and local courts, ensuring compliance with specific court requirements and deadlines.</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2025-09-04T17:49:00Z

Legal Secretary Job in Sacramento | Robert Half