Litigation Secretary

Irvine, CA Open
LHH is looking for Litigation Secretary in Irvine, CA. This local job opportunity with ID 3622157614 is live since 2026-04-03 16:07:09.

Legal Secretary – Civil Litigation

Location: Irvine, CA (Fully Onsite)

Salary Range: $85,000 – $100,000 annually

Position Overview

A mid-sized national law firm is seeking an experienced Legal Secretary to support its civil litigation practice in the Irvine office. This is a fully onsite role ideal for a detail-oriented professional who thrives in a structured, fast-paced environment and can effectively support multiple attorneys handling complex litigation matters.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide high-level administrative and legal support to a team of civil litigation attorneys
  • Draft, format, proofread, and file legal documents including pleadings, motions, discovery, and correspondence
  • Manage attorney calendars, including court deadlines, hearings, depositions, and client meetings
  • Handle state and federal e-filings, ensuring compliance with applicable court rules and procedures
  • Coordinate depositions, mediations, and other case-related logistics
  • Maintain and organize case files (electronic and physical), ensuring accuracy and accessibility
  • Communicate professionally with clients, opposing counsel, court personnel, and vendors
  • Assist with trial preparation, including exhibit binders, trial notebooks, and filings
  • Process time entries, billing, and expense reports as needed

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of legal secretary experience, with a strong focus on civil litigation
  • Solid knowledge of California and federal court rules, filing procedures, and deadlines
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel)
  • Experience with document management and billing systems (e.g., iManage, NetDocuments, Elite, or similar)
  • Excellent proofreading, formatting, and organizational skills
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines with minimal supervision
  • Strong communication skills and a professional, team-oriented approach

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in a mid-sized or national law firm environment
  • Trial preparation experience strongly preferred
  • Familiarity with e-discovery platforms and litigation support tools

Work Environment

  • Fully onsite position in the Irvine office
  • Collaborative, team-driven culture with a strong emphasis on professionalism and client service

Compensation & Benefits

  • Salary range: $85,000 – $100,000, depending on experience
  • Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and paid time off
  • Opportunities for professional growth within a national platform

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• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance

• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers

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