A well-established law firm is seeking an experienced Legal Secretary/Paralegal hybrid to support a civil litigation practice, working closely in a 3:1 desk arrangement with one Trusts & Estates partner. This is an excellent opportunity for a highly engaged professional who enjoys being deeply involved and partnering with attorneys on active cases. Trusts & Estates experience is a plus but not required-training will be provided.

Key Responsibilities

• Support attorneys in civil litigation matters, including trial preparation
• Prepare, proof, and e-file documents with state courts
• Manage calendars, deadlines, and court rules
• Draft legal documents, correspondence, and discovery materials
• Maintain files using iManage and other legal software
• Administrative support such as coordinating travel, ensuring timely client billing, following up with vendors, etc.
• Collaborate closely with attorneys as an integral member of the case team

Qualifications

• 5+ years of civil litigation experience required
• Strong state e-filing experience (federal and bankruptcy a plus)
• Comfortable with technology and legal software
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and proactive
• Engaged, collaborative mindset-someone who wants to be deeply involved in cases

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: $70,000 - $95,000 DOE (up to $100,000 for exceptional candidates)
• 100% employer-paid medical coverage for employees (dependents covered by employee)
• Exceptional 401(k) with firm contributions (3% after year one; 8.5% after year two)

If you are looking for a role where you can be truly involved, valued as a partner to the attorneys, and supported with excellent benefits, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today by submitting your resume for confidential consideration.

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.