Job Description

A Defense Litigation Secretary plays a critical role in supporting legal teams, particularly in firms or departments specializing in defending clients in lawsuits. Their duties generally include:

1. Document Management:

   • Prepare, file, and organize legal documents such as pleadings, motions, and discovery materials.
   • Maintain and update case files and records, ensuring all documents are properly indexed and easily accessible.

2. Court Filings and Deadlines:

   • Handle the filing of legal documents with courts and agencies, both electronically and in person.
   • Monitor and track deadlines, ensuring all filings and submissions are timely and compliant with court rules.

3. Scheduling and Calendar Management:

   • Coordinate and schedule meetings, depositions, hearings, and court dates.
   • Manage the attorney's calendar, ensuring that all appointments and deadlines are met.

4. Client Communication:

   • Serve as a point of contact between clients, attorneys, and other parties involved in a case.
   • Prepare and send correspondence, such as letters and emails, related to case matters.

5. Legal Research and Drafting:

   • Assist with basic legal research to support case preparation.
   • Draft and proofread legal documents, correspondence, and reports under the supervision of attorneys.

6. Case Preparation:

   • Gather and prepare evidence, including documents and exhibits, for court proceedings and meetings.
   • Assist attorneys in preparing for trials, hearings, and depositions by organizing materials and preparing briefs.

7. Administrative Support:

   • Perform general office duties such as answering phones, managing mail, and handling office supplies.
   • Provide support to attorneys with case-related tasks and administrative functions as needed.

8. Confidentiality and Ethics:

   • Maintain strict confidentiality regarding sensitive and privileged information.
   • Adhere to ethical standards and legal regulations in handling all case-related information and communications.

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 California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. To the extent our customers require a background check for certain positions, the Company faces a significant risk to its business operations and business reputation unless a review of criminal history is conducted for those specific job positions.

Job Snapshot

• Employee Type:Full-Time
• Location:Los Angeles, CA
• Job Type:Legal
• Experience:None
• Education:None
• Date Posted:9/6/2024
• Contact: Daniel Song (213) 347-5243
• Pay Range: $80,000.00 - $85,000.00 Annually

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