Senior Legal Secretary Job at Jobot in Los Angeles County

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Mallory Schreiner Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" button and sending us your resume. Salary: $80,000 - $95,000 per year A bit about us: We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Legal Secretary to join our dynamic legal team. This is a permanent role that offers the opportunity to work with some of the industry's top legal minds. The successful candidate will be part of a fast-paced environment, providing comprehensive support to our team of attorneys specializing in personal injury, labor and employment, and civil litigation. This role is best suited for someone with a passion for the legal industry, a keen eye for detail, and a strong ability to multitask. Why join us? • Paid Medical and Dental Insurance • Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, 401(K) Savings Plan • Paid Parking Job Details Responsibilities: 1. Prepare, edit, and format legal documents and correspondence such as pleadings, briefs, discovery requests and responses, and settlement agreements. 2. Conduct legal research and summarize case law, statutes, legal articles, and other relevant material. 3. Manage case files and documentation, ensuring all legal documents are correctly filed and accessible. 4. Coordinate and schedule meetings, court dates, and deadlines, ensuring attorneys are well-prepared and informed. 5. Liaise with clients, opposing counsel, court personnel, and other contacts in a professional manner. 6. Assist attorneys in preparing for trials, hearings, depositions, and client meetings. 7. Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information in accordance with legal and ethical standards. Qualifications: 1. A minimum of 7 years of experience as a Legal Secretary, preferably within personal injury sectors. 2. Proficient in legal research with a strong understanding of legal terminology and principles. 3. Exceptional organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment. 4. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally with all levels of staff, clients, and external contacts. 5. High-level proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal software applications. 6. Strong attention to detail and the ability to work independently and as part of a team. 7. A diploma or certificate in Legal Studies or a related field is preferred. 8. Familiarity with court rules, procedures, and e-filing in state and federal courts. 9. Demonstrated ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion. Join our team and be part of a firm that values hard work, talent, and the ability to make a difference in our clients' lives. If you're an experienced Legal Secretary looking to make the next step in your career, we want to hear from you. Interested in hearing more? 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You can access our privacy policy here: jobot.com/privacy-policy In Summary: We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Legal Secretary to join our dynamic legal team . The successful candidate will be part of a fast-paced environment, providing comprehensive support to our team of attorneys specializing in personal injury, labor and employment, and civil litigation . Responsibilities: Prepare, edit, and format legal documents and correspondence such as pleadings, briefs, discovery requests and responses, and settlement agreements . En Español: Este trabajo de Jobot está organizado por: Mallory Schreiner ¿Estás en forma? fácil Aplicar ahora haciendo clic en el botón "Aplicar Ahora" y enviándonos tu currículum. Salario: $80,000 - $95,000 al año Un poco sobre nosotros: buscamos un secretario legal senior altamente calificado y con experiencia para unirse a nuestro equipo jurídico dinámico. Esta es una función permanente que ofrece la oportunidad de trabajar con algunas de las mentes legales más exitosas del sector. El candidato será parte de un entorno acelerado, brindando apoyo integral a nuestro grupo de abogados especializados en lesiones personales, trabajo y empleo y litigios civiles. Asistir a los abogados en la preparación para juicios, audiencias, declaraciones y reuniones de clientes. 7. Mantener la confidencialidad de información sensible de acuerdo con estándares legales y éticos. Calificaciones: 1. Un mínimo de 7 años de experiencia como Secretario Legal, preferiblemente dentro de sectores de lesiones personales. 2. Proficiencia en investigación legal con una sólida comprensión de terminología y principios jurídicos. 3. Habilidades organizativas excepcionales, con capacidad de gestionar múltiples tareas y plazos en un entorno acelerado. 4. Excelentes habilidades de comunicación verbal y escrita, con la capacidad de interactuar profesionalmente con todos los niveles del personal, clientes y contactos externos. 5. Competencia de alto nivel en Microsoft Office Suite y aplicaciones de software legal. 6. Proporcionamos un entorno de trabajo inclusivo que celebre la diversidad y todos los candidatos calificados reciben consideración para el empleo sin tener en cuenta la raza, color, sexo, orientación sexual, identidad de género, religión, origen nacional, edad (40 años o más), discapacidad, estado militar, información genética u otra base protegida por las leyes federales, estatales o locales aplicables. Jobot también prohíbe acoso a solicitantes o empleados basado en cualquiera de estas categorías protegidas. Es política de Jobot cumplir con todas las legislaciones federales y locales aplicables respecto a considerar el estatus del desempleo al tomar decisiones de contratación. 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