Legal Secretary (Practice Assistant)
In this position, you will seek to
Apply your exceptional communication skills to facilitate a comprehensive information flow within your team, with other internal colleagues, and with external sources,
Become a go-to expert in electronic filing systems and a go-to contact for California based filings firm-wide,
Ensure accurate records and prompt submittal of billable time for yourself and attorneys within your team,
Strengthen your skillset as a litigation support professional by preparing exhibits and documentation for depositions, hearings, and trials, and drafting motions, client correspondence, and form documents such as ADR Stipulations, Rule 26(f) reports, and various disclosures; and
Expand your proficiency in healthcare litigation practices by gathering, organizing, and reviewing medical records and preparing complex medical chronologies.
Engage your communication, organization, and customer service skills to assist the attorneys and launch the firm into success!
Successful candidates will have
The drive and determination to learn new skills and perfect current skillset in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment,
The ability to own individual tasks as well as collaborate well in a team environment,
High attention to detail and strong time management skills to produce quality work product while keeping yourself and team members on task to meet deadlines,
Professional conduct at all times concerning interactions and communications internally and externally,
Three (3) or more years of experience as a legal assistant or secretary in a law firm, corporate legal department, or government entity,
A high school diploma required, bachelor’s degree preferred
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $75,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year
Application Question(s):
Do you have extensive experience in managing calendars?
Are you near or Local to the San Diego, CA area?
Experience:
Legal Secretary: 8 years (Required)
Work Location: In person