Legal Secretary

Responsibilities

• Prepare, revise, and finalize legal documents such as pleadings, motions, complaints, summonses, and related case materials.
• Manage electronic court submissions in state and federal courts while ensuring compliance with filing rules and deadlines.
• Track litigation schedules, including hearings, motion dates, discovery timelines, and trial-related milestones.
• Organize case files from opening through conclusion, maintaining accurate records and consistent document formatting.
• Support discovery activities by assembling, proofreading, and processing outgoing and incoming materials.
• Aid in trial preparation by coordinating exhibits, binders, and other materials needed for hearings and court proceedings.
• Create document templates and draft shells to streamline workflow and maintain consistency across legal filings.
• Provide administrative support such as dictation, correspondence formatting, and coordination of legal calendars.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience in a Legal Secretary or litigation support role.
• Hands-on experience with civil litigation procedures and document preparation.
• Proficiency with electronic filing systems for court submissions.
• Strong calendar management skills with the ability to monitor and prioritize critical legal deadlines.
• Excellent written communication skills and close attention to formatting accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple cases simultaneously in an on-site office environment.
• Familiarity with trial preparation and discovery support processes.