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We are partnering with a national defense litigation firm to source an experienced Litigation Secretary on a fully remote contract basis to provide immediate coverage for their San Francisco litigation team during a leave of absence. The Litigation Secretary will support 3–5 attorneys and serve as a critical member of a fast-paced defense litigation team. This role is best suited for a senior litigation secretary who can step in quickly, take ownership of an active desk, and maintain continuity across filings, deadlines, and document production with minimal training.
Job Responsibility:
Draft, format, and finalize legal documents including pleadings, motions, discovery, and correspondence
Prepare tables of contents (TOCs) and tables of authorities (TOAs) for court filings
Manage California state and federal e-filing, including service, court notices, and document submissions
Maintain litigation calendars, including hearings, deadlines, and court reservations
Monitor incoming filings and ensure all deadlines are tracked and met
Coordinate with courts, vendors, and opposing counsel regarding filings and scheduling
Support 3–5 attorneys in a fast-paced litigation environment
Requirements:
5+ years of litigation secretary experience supporting civil litigation matters in California
Defense-side litigation experience required (plaintiff-heavy backgrounds may not align due to conflicts)
Strong experience with California state and federal e-filing
Proven ability to manage an active litigation desk independently with minimal oversight
Proficiency with iManage and litigation tools (e.g., CompuLaw, Outlook, Best Authority)
Advanced document formatting skills, including TOCs/TOAs and filing-ready packages
Ability to support multiple attorneys simultaneously and meet tight deadlines
Strong attention to detail and ability to work effectively in a remote environment
Availability to start next week (targeting 3/25) and commit through mid-May
Nice to have:
Toxic tort litigation experience
What we offer:
medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance