Litigation Secretary- High Asset Cases!

About the role

A well-established and highly respected Sacramento law firm is seeking an experienced Litigation Secretary to join its collaborative and professional team. This confidential opportunity offers the chance to support a sophisticated civil litigation practice while working alongside accomplished attorneys in a stable, team-oriented environment known for excellence and long-term employee retention.

Responsibilities

• Manage court calendaring and deadline tracking for state and federal matters
• Handle e-filing in state and federal courts
• Prepare and format legal documents, correspondence, and pleadings
• Support a high-volume civil litigation desk and multiple attorneys
• Coordinate discovery responses and production
• Assist with trial preparation including exhibit organization and witness coordination
• Maintain document management systems and ensure accurate file organization
• Prioritize competing demands while maintaining accuracy and professionalism

Requirements

• 8+ years of civil litigation secretary experience
• Demonstrated ability to manage a high-volume litigation desk and support multiple attorneys in a fast-paced environment
• Extensive experience with court calendaring, state and federal e-filing, document preparation, discovery coordination, trial preparation, and deadline management
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Experience with document management systems
• Experience with legal-specific software a plus
• Ability to quickly learn new technologies and workflows
• Exceptional proofreading and document formatting skills
• Strong typing skills
• Sound judgment, discretion, and unwavering commitment to client service and confidentiality
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and proactive
• Ability to adapt quickly to new technologies and evolving practice needs

Pay

Competitive compensation of $86,000–$100,000, depending on experience and qualifications.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package.

Schedule

Primarily in-office role offering strong team collaboration and mentorship.