Litigation Secretary/Practice Specialist I - Sheppard Mullin Richter & Hampton LLP
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
About the Job
Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP, a global Am Law 50 firm, has an immediate opening for a Litigation Secretary/Practice Specialist I based in the Orange County office.
The Practice Specialist will provide litigation support for attorneys with a busy desk in the Business Trial Practice Group. The job requires extensive knowledge of litigation, trial procedures, federal, state and appellate court rules and procedures. Technical, organizational, and administrative skills are necessary to handle the variety of duties and responsibilities outlined below. The position handles multiple projects, often in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment, requiring prioritization and flexibility. Collaboration with firm personnel at all levels is integral to the role.
Qualifications and Experience
Required Qualifications:
Required Qualifications:
- A minimum of 5+ years of litigation experience in a law firm.
- Appellate experience required.
- Experience with document productions and e-discovery.
- Strong working knowledge of Superior and Federal Courts rules and procedures.
- Ability to handle multiple projects with changing priorities while working independently in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to work overtime, evenings, and weekends, as needed.
- Possess excellent spelling, grammar, and punctuation skills.
- Strong attention to detail, ability to prioritize tasks, and excellent time management skills to meet deadlines.
Education and/or Experience
A high school diploma or equivalent is required, plus substantial and relevant work experience. A bachelor's degree or some college is preferred.
License and Certification
None required. A secretarial certification or ABA approved paralegal certification is preferred.
Computer/Software Knowledge
Must have proficiency in Windows 10, Microsoft Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe Acrobat, Zoom, and Teams, and experience working with a document management system. Must be able to quickly learn new skills and systems.
Work Environment
- This position requires that you work physically in our Orange County office Monday through Friday.
- Overtime may be required as the job duties demand.
California: The pay range for this position is $26.00 to $62.00 per hour.
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We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.
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