Defense Legal Secretary III

Job Summary
The ideal candidate will possess a minimum of 4 years' experience in defense trial, litigation. This role requires a Senior-level of civil litigation experience preparing for trial preparation and Dictation/Transcription (Winscribe) and broader office administrative responsibilities; as well as typing a minimum 70 wpm.

Duties

• Provide comprehensive executive administrative support to attorneys, including managing schedules, coordinating meetings, and handling correspondence.
• Prepare and draft legal documents electronically, prepare discovery, pre-trial documents for filing with the court.
• Manage case files and maintain organized document management systems for efficient retrieval of information.
• Conduct interviews with clients as necessary to gather pertinent information for cases.
• Collaborate with attorneys on project management tasks related to litigation and civil defense case management.
• Maintain office suplies, handle office mail, and postage.

Experience

• High school Diploma or equivalent
• A minimum of 4 years Defense trial, litigation experience
• A minimum of 3 years Civil litigation experience
• Type 70 wpm or more

NOTE: Devine Management Consulting (DMC) is not a staffing agency. All opportunities are direct hire with the client/company. DMC has been engaged to manage the recruitment process. If selected, you will be employed directly by the client—not by DMC.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $75,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year

Application Question(s):

• Do you type 70 wpm or more?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Civil Litigation: 3 years (Required)
• Defense cases: 4 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• San Diego, CA 92122 (Required)

Work Location: In person