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Litigation Legal Secretary

Litigation Legal Secretary (LT1431056SFO) Los Angeles Metro Area, California

Salary: USD40 - USD59 per year

Beacon Hill is partnering with a prestigious AmLaw 100 law firm to support their Los Angeles office with two temporary Litigation Legal Secretary openings. These are excellent opportunities to join a well-respected team and contribute meaningful support in a busy litigation practice.

Details

  • Position: Temporary Litigation Legal Secretary
  • Location: Los Angeles, CA 90071 (Hybrid – 3 days in-office, 2 days remote)
  • Hours: 8:30 am – 5:00 pm PT
  • Duration: 2–3 months
  • Pay Rate: $40–$59/hr (commensurate with experience)
  • Start Date: Urgent / ASAP

Responsibilities

  • Provide litigation secretarial support to multiple attorneys across practice groups
  • Handle heavy court filings (state, federal, and appellate), including e-filing and service of pleadings
  • Draft, edit, proofread, and format legal documents, pleadings, memoranda, and correspondence under deadlines
  • Track litigation deadlines and coordinate with docketing staff
  • Manage attorney calendars, schedule depositions, hearings, and travel
  • Maintain case files (paper and electronic) and prepare trial or working binders
  • Support billing, time entry, expense reporting, and vendor invoices
  • Serve as a professional point of contact with attorneys, staff, clients, and opposing counsel

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of litigation legal secretary experience in a law firm environment
  • Proficiency with MS Word, Outlook, Excel, and Adobe Acrobat/Power PDF (Office 365 a plus)
  • Typing speed of 75+ WPM with high accuracy
  • Familiarity with California and federal court rules and e-filing procedures
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines under pressure
  • Excellent proofreading, grammar, and communication skills
  • Professionalism, discretion, and a team-oriented approach

Why Apply

This is a unique opportunity to gain experience in a highly regarded AmLaw 100 environment. The firm offers a collaborative culture, challenging assignments, and the chance to contribute at a high level in a respected litigation practice.

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