Commercial Litigation Legal Secretary Job at Douglas Scott (Leeds)

Litigation Legal Secretary

A highly regarded, mid-sized boutique firm in Downtown Los Angeles is seeking an...

Location

United States , Los Angeles

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

4+ years of litigation legal secretary experience, preferably within commercial litigation
Strong knowledge of California state and federal court procedures
Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
High attention to detail, professionalism, and a team-oriented mindset
Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Legal Secretary in a law firm environment
Proficiency in e-filing and court filing processes, particularly for complex litigation cases
Strong organizational skills, including calendar management and prioritization of tasks
Familiarity with dictation tools and transcription software
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with attention to detail in correspondence
Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team setting

Job Responsibility

Prepare, revise, and finalize pleadings, motions, and correspondence
E-file in state and federal courts (including CM/ECF)
Manage attorney calendars, deadlines, and case logistics
Coordinate depositions, meetings, and trial preparation
Maintain and organize case files and litigation documents
Communicate professionally with clients, court personnel, and opposing counsel

What we offer

Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and PTO
High-end, collaborative team environment
Opportunity to support complex, sophisticated litigation matters
Stable, well-respected firm with strong leadership
Access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training

Legal Secretary

An international law firm is seeking an experienced Legal Secretary with 5+ year...

Location

United States , Irvine

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

5+ years of legal secretary experience within a law firm environment
Strong experience with both state and federal court filings
Excellent knowledge of court rules, calendaring, and litigation procedures
Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal technology platforms
Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment supporting multiple attorneys
At least 3 years of experience supporting civil or commercial litigation matters in a law firm or similar legal environment
Hands-on experience with court filings, particularly within state courts
federal filing exposure is also valued
Strong calendaring and deadline management skills, including familiarity with litigation docketing practices

Job Responsibility

Provide high-level administrative and litigation support to attorneys
Prepare, revise, and format legal documents and correspondence
Handle state and federal court filings
Manage calendaring, deadlines, and scheduling
Coordinate meetings, depositions, travel, and client communications
Maintain case files and assist with trial preparation
Process time entries and expense reports

What we offer

Competitive compensation + bonus potential
Comprehensive benefits package
Stable, team-oriented environment
Long-term growth opportunity
Medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
401(k) plan

Fulltime

Litigation Legal Assistant

A busy firm in the West Caldwell area is seeking a Litigation Legal Assistant to...

Location

United States , West Caldwell

Salary:

65000.00 - 75000.00 USD / Year

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

3+ years of litigation legal assistant or legal secretary experience
Strong knowledge of court procedures, rules, and e-filing systems (state and federal)
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal case management software
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines
High level of professionalism and confidentiality
Experience in specific practice areas (e.g., personal injury, insurance defense, commercial litigation)
Familiarity with document management systems and e-discovery platforms
Associate's or Bachelor's degree, or Paralegal Certificate

Job Responsibility

Support attorneys throughout all stages of litigation, including pre-trial, trial, and post-trial activities
Draft, format, and proofread legal documents such as pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and correspondence
File legal documents electronically in state and federal courts (e-filing) and manage court deadlines and calendars
Maintain and organize case files, exhibits, and supporting documentation
Coordinate depositions, mediations, hearings, and trial logistics
Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, court personnel, and vendors in a professional manner
Assist with discovery processes, including document production, review, and tracking
Prepare trial binders, exhibits, and witness materials
Conduct basic legal research and gather case-related information as needed
Track billable time and assist with time entry and expense reporting

What we offer

Work schedule flexibility
Excellent work/life balance
Medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance (for contract/temporary professionals)
Enrollment in company 401(k) plan (for contract/temporary professionals)
Free online training

Fulltime

Legal Secretary

We are looking for a highly organized Legal Secretary to support attorneys handl...

Location

United States , San Jose

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

At least 5 years of experience in a Legal Secretary role, with substantial support provided to attorneys in litigation-focused practices
Strong working knowledge of filing and formatting requirements for both federal and state court matters, including briefs and trial-related submissions
Hands-on experience with electronic filing, court docket access, and calendaring tools such as PACER, Law Toolbox, and comparable litigation support platforms
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, Adobe Acrobat Pro, Outlook, LexisNexis, transcript management tools, and electronic discovery databases
Background supporting civil, commercial, or complex business litigation matters in a fast-paced legal setting
Excellent attention to detail, sound organizational skills, and the ability to manage competing priorities under strict deadlines
Clear written and verbal communication skills, with the professionalism needed to interact effectively with attorneys, court personnel, and internal teams

Job Responsibility

Prepare, format, proofread, and file legal documents for matters in federal and state courts, ensuring compliance with applicable procedural and court-specific rules
Maintain attorney calendars by tracking hearings, filing deadlines, trials, and other case milestones, and proactively communicate upcoming commitments
Submit documents through electronic filing platforms and court systems, including services commonly used for litigation support and court submissions
Support litigation workflow by organizing case materials, managing transcripts, and maintaining orderly electronic and physical records
Coordinate attorney dictation, correspondence, and document revisions while producing high-quality work product under tight timelines
Assist with trial preparation by assembling binders, exhibits, briefs, and supporting materials needed for hearings and courtroom proceedings
Use legal research and practice support tools to help attorneys access case information, filings, and related litigation documents
Work across multiple active matters at once, prioritizing urgent requests and adjusting quickly to shifting deadlines and attorney needs

What we offer

Medical
Vision
Dental
Life and disability insurance
401(k) plan
Free online training

Litigation Legal Assistant

A busy firm in the West Caldwell area is seeking a Litigation Legal Assistant to...

Location

United States , West Caldwell

Salary:

65000.00 - 75000.00 USD / Year

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

3+ years of litigation legal assistant or legal secretary experience
Strong knowledge of court procedures, rules, and e-filing systems (state and federal)
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal case management software
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines
High level of professionalism and confidentiality
Experience in specific practice areas (e.g., personal injury, insurance defense, commercial litigation)
Familiarity with document management systems and e-discovery platforms
Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree, or Paralegal Certificate

Job Responsibility

Support attorneys throughout all stages of litigation, including pre-trial, trial, and post-trial activities
Draft, format, and proofread legal documents such as pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and correspondence
File legal documents electronically in state and federal courts (e-filing) and manage court deadlines and calendars
Maintain and organize case files, exhibits, and supporting documentation
Coordinate depositions, mediations, hearings, and trial logistics
Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, court personnel, and vendors in a professional manner
Assist with discovery processes, including document production, review, and tracking
Prepare trial binders, exhibits, and witness materials
Conduct basic legal research and gather case-related information as needed
Track billable time and assist with time entry and expense reporting

What we offer

Medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
401(k) plan

Fulltime

Legal Secretary

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Legal Secretary to join a dyna...

Location

United States , Denver

Salary:

85000.00 - 96000.00 USD / Year

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Minimum of 5 years of experience supporting attorneys in commercial litigation
Strong knowledge of litigation procedures, court rules, and e-filing systems
Proficiency in managing complex case files and document production
Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
Familiarity with legal document management systems and ability to learn new software quickly
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience preferred
High level of professionalism and discretion when handling confidential information

Job Responsibility

Drafts litigation documents including complaints, answers, motions, subpoenas, and discovery materials
Prepares motion binders and trial notebooks tailored for commercial disputes
Assists with all phases of discovery, including document review and preparation of deposition materials
Conducts analysis and summaries of deposition transcripts, witness interviews, and commercial contracts
Oversees electronic and hard copy case file organization for complex, document-heavy matters
Coordinates e-filings in Federal, Circuit, and State courts, ensuring compliance with procedural rules
Prepares correspondence, reports, and other documentation from various formats
Coordinates attorney calendars, court deadlines, depositions, client meetings, and travel
Processes attorney time entries, billing, reimbursements, and docketing as needed
Communicates effectively with clients, court staff, and opposing counsel in a professional manner

What we offer

Client covers parking costs
medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
eligible to enroll in company 401(k) plan
free online training

Fulltime

Legal Secretary

We are in search of a Legal Secretary to join our team located in Austin, Texas....

Location

United States , Austin, Texas

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Proficiency in calendaring, with the ability to manage and schedule appointments, meetings, and deadlines effectively
Experience with e-Filing, demonstrating a strong understanding of electronic document management systems
Skilled in drafting legal documents, demonstrating the ability to create clear, concise, and legally sound documents
Proficient in managing legal documentation, ensuring all documents are accurately filed, stored, and easily retrievable

Job Responsibility

Drafting, editing, and formatting legal documents and correspondence
Coordinating and scheduling client conferences, attorney meetings, and other special functions
Communicating effectively with clients, court personnel, counsel, third parties, and other related parties
Managing attorney calendars by planning and scheduling conferences, teleconferences, dispositions, and travel
Maintaining client confidence by keeping client/attorney information confidential
Utilizing electronic filing systems and supervising file clerks
Assisting in the submission of billable time and reimbursable expenses
preparing invoices and communicating with clients concerning invoices
Reading, researching, reviewing, verifying, and routing correspondence, reports and legal documents
Accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests and special projects

What we offer

medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan

Litigation Legal Administrative Assistant

Our client, a Rocky Mountain boutique law firm based in Denver is seeking a 3 pl...

Location

United States , Denver

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

At least 3 years of experience as a Legal Assistant, preferably in litigation
Proficiency in e-Filing and familiarity with court filing procedures
Strong knowledge of civil and commercial litigation processes
Demonstrated ability to manage calendars and coordinate schedules effectively
Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
Proficient in legal document preparation and proofreading
Strong communication skills to liaise with attorneys, clients, and court personnel
Ability to prioritize tasks and meet strict deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Job Responsibility

Supports the delivery of quality legal services to clients by providing secretarial and administrative assistance to attorneys
Performing complex and specialized secretarial and clerical tasks
Working collaboratively and cooperative with others in a team-oriented environment
Supports a set of attorneys as a primary assignment and also provides back-up secretarial assistance to others as assigned
Typing, scheduling, calendaring, editing legal documents
Assisting with legal research
E-filings with the court systems
Assisting with preparation of pleadings
Assisting with all phases of prepping for trial
Possess strong Office Suite skills, typing, transcribing, word processing, mail and contact management, spreadsheets, presentations, and all of the firm’s systems and databases

What we offer

Excellent pay
Paid parking downtown
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision
401k + match
Profit sharing
Vacation/sick/personal time off
Overtime for hours worked above 40 per week

Fulltime

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