Trial Litigation Secretary - 3 Days WFH!!! - Adams & Martin Group

Adams & Martin Group has teamed up with a Defense Law Firm specializing in medical malpractice. We are currently seeking a Trial Legal Secretary with an outstanding resume. This exciting opportunity includes the flexibility of three work-from-home days per week.

Key Requirements:

• Minimum of 7 years of litigation experience is essential.
• Proficiency in trial practices is a must.
• Ability to support heavy trial litigators.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Maintain attorney(s) calendar book and tickler system.
• Schedule meetings with clients, experts, attorneys, and co-counsel, including court appearances.
• Review and re-index mail in OnBase for attorney review and action, ensuring timely calendaring.
• Compose correspondence and memos, facilitating information exchange.
• Contact clients to obtain necessary information as requested by attorneys.
• Maintain electronic confidential legal files, ensuring thorough organization and documentation of activity.
• Prepare discovery, pre-trial, and trial documents for court filing.
• Schedule, calendar, and coordinate all aspects of discovery initiated by plaintiffs and defendants.
• Provide legal secretarial support on short or long-term assignments.
• Answer and screen telephone calls, maintaining professional communication standards.
• Transcribe dictation and/or type from handwritten material or rough drafts, including litigation-related correspondence.
• Assist and provide backup for other secretaries as needed.
• Maintain current knowledge of court rules and procedures.
• Participate in department and company projects.

Education and/or Experience:

• High school diploma or GED.
• 7 years of defense trial and litigation experience in a similar industry.
• 3 years of recent California Civil litigation experience.
• Trial preparation experience is essential.

Other Skills and Abilities:

• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Thorough knowledge of court procedures.
• Strong initiative and ability to work independently.
• Proficient in MS Word; familiarity with case management software; typing speed of 70+ wpm.

Salary Range:

$85,000 - $92,000/year

Please apply by sending resume and cover letter to MJ Gillette:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.