Legal Assistant/Secretary – Litigation

Legal Assistant/Secretary – Litigation

Legal Assistant/Secretary – Litigation

We are a full-service law firm rooted in a culture of collaboration, integrity, and client-focused advocacy. For decades, we have served businesses, public entities, and individuals across California with a commitment to excellence and practical, results-driven legal solutions. Our team thrives on professionalism, respect, and a strong sense of community, creating an environment where talented people can grow, contribute, and build meaningful careers. We take pride in delivering high-quality work while fostering a supportive workplace that values both individual strengths and collective success.

Position Overview
We are seeking a detail-oriented Legal Assistant/Secretary to support a busy litigation team. The role focuses on managing case files, preparing and filing pleadings, coordinating discovery, and supporting attorneys through trial preparation. The ideal candidate has litigation experience, strong organizational skills, and proficiency with legal procedures and office technology.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage litigation dockets and court calendars, ensuring deadlines are met (motions, hearings, discovery cutoff dates).
• Prepare, edit, and format legal documents, including pleadings, briefs, motions, subpoenas, correspondence, and discovery responses.
• Coordinate and manage discovery processes: assemble document productions, prepare privilege logs, coordinate document review, and manage correspondence with opposing counsel and vendors.
• Provide administrative support to attorneys: schedule meetings and depositions, arrange travel, prepare trial binders and exhibits, and assist with witness communications.
• Conduct basic legal research and gather case law, statutes, and evidence summaries to support case strategy.
• Draft and proofread client communications, court forms, and billing entries; track time and assist with invoicing and expense reporting.
• Serve as primary contact for clients, courts, and third parties, maintaining confidentiality and professional communication.
• Maintain and update case management systems and databases; ensure accurate docketing and file notes.
• Assist with trial logistics and on-site support, including exhibit preparation, witness coordination, and courtroom filings.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of litigation experience as a legal assistant or legal secretary; experience in a law firm or litigation department required.
• Proven knowledge of litigation procedures, court rules, discovery processes, and document management.
• Proficiency in Outlook, Word, Excel, DocuSign, and document management systems
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong proofreading and legal formatting abilities.
• Exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• High degree of professionalism, discretion, and ability to handle confidential information.
• Associate’s degree, paralegal certificate, or equivalent experience preferred.
• Demonstrated experience with client communication, calendaring, docket management, and trial preparation.

Benefits

• Competitive bonuses structure (Quarterly + Annual)
• Unlimited PTO
• Benefits – 100% employer paid
• Hybrid schedule
• 10 Holidays
• Paid State Bar of California dues
• Paid San Diego County Bar Associate Membership
• For this position, you must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship for a non-immigrant visa. CyberCoders will consider for Employment in the City of Los Angeles qualified Applicants with Criminal Histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring (Ban the Box) Ordinance.This job was first posted by CyberCoders on 06/23/2026 and applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or closed.Everforth CyberCoders is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer

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