Legal Secretary

Overview
We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Legal Secretary to provide direct support to a Senior Partner within our demanding medical malpractice litigation practice. The ideal candidate will have 5 -7 years of experience in a legal environment, exceptional organizational skills, and proven proficiency with legal technology.

Responsibilities

• Dictation and Transcription: Transcribe, proofread, and finalize legal documents, correspondence, and memoranda from dictation with speed and accuracy.
• Document and Case Management: Maintain, organize, and manage complex client files, medical records, and discovery materials. Ensure meticulous organization of both physicial and electronic files.
• Litigation Support: Assist with the preparation , filing, and service of pleadings, motions, and discovery responses. Manage litigation calendars and deadlines.
• Administrative Support: Manage the Senior Partner's schedule, coordinate meetings, handle professional correspondence, and manage phone communications with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel.
• Software Utilization: Knowledge of Pro Law, Microsoft Office Suite

Qualifications

• Experience: 5-7 years of experience working as a legal secretary or paralegal, with experience in medical malpractice or complex personal injury litigation.
• Skills: Demonstrated proficiency with legal dictation and transcription. Highly organized and detail oriented.
• Technology: Proven, strong working knowledge of Pro Law software. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) is essential.
• Character: Professional, reliable, and capable of working independently in a fast-paced environment while handling sensitive and confidential information with discretion.

This is a part-time, temporary position. Hours and duration are negotiable based on the firm's needs and the candidate's availability.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $40.00 - $50.00 per hour

Expected hours: 10 – 15 per week

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Walnut Creek, CA 94596