Overview
Litigation Paralegal/Legal Secretary Jobs in El Segundo, California, USA at LHH
Job Title:
Litigation Paralegal/Legal Secretary
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Pay Range and Benefits: $80K to $100K per year, including Paid Time Off, Sick Time, Holidays, Healthcare, Dental, Vision, and 401(k).
Position Type: Full-Time, Direct Hire, Hybrid (Days Onsite) after 30-day Probation Period.
LHH is partnering with a fast-paced regional litigation law firm seeking a highly experienced and detail-oriented Litigation Paralegal/Legal Secretary to join their Los Angeles office in El Segundo. This role is ideal for a legal professional with at least 5 years of litigation experience who thrives in a collaborative, deadline-driven environment.
Responsibilities:
Manage and organize complex litigation cases, including commercial litigation.
Assist attorneys with all aspects of litigation, including trial preparation and support.
Prepare, organize, and file legal documents with courts, ensuring compliance with rules and procedures.
Handle discovery processes from start to finish, including drafting and responding to requests.
Ensure compliance with local court rules and deadlines in all filings.
Manage case-related deadlines, hearings, and appointments using legal calendaring software.
Schedule appointments, depositions, court appearances, and other activities.
Maintain client files digitally and physically.
Communicate with clients regularly to gather information and provide updates.
Coordinate with clients, opposing counsel, witnesses, and court personnel.
Draft and proofread legal documents such as pleadings, motions, and correspondence.
Prepare case materials including exhibits and trial binders.
Qualifications:
At least 5 years of experience as a litigation paralegal or legal secretary.
Experience with filing in state and federal courts and understanding of procedures.
Knowledge of court rules, calendaring, and deadline management.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal case management software.
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to handle a high-volume caseload.
Excellent time management and multitasking skills.
Professional communication skills, both written and verbal.
Paralegal certification or degree is a plus.
Additional Information:
Seniority level:
Not Applicable
Employment type:
Full-time
Job function:
Legal, Administrative, Writing/Editing
Industries:
Legal Services and Law Practice
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Title: Litigation Paralegal/Legal Secretary
Company: LHH
Location: El Segundo, California, USA
Category: Law/Legal (Legal Secretary), Administrative/Clerical (Legal Secretary)
