Legal Secretary

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Legal Secretary with strong expertise in bankruptcy and heavy litigation to support a busy legal team in downtown Sacramento. This temp-to-hire role is ideal for a highly organized, detail-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate will provide high-level administrative and legal support to attorneys handling complex bankruptcy cases and civil litigation matters.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive administrative support to attorneys specializing in bankruptcy and litigation
• Prepare, format, and file legal documents including pleadings, motions, discovery requests, bankruptcy petitions, schedules, proofs of claim, and court filings (both state and federal courts)
• Manage bankruptcy-specific tasks such as creditor matrices, 341 meetings, adversary proceedings, and compliance with U.S. Bankruptcy Court requirements
• Handle heavy litigation support including e-filing, document management, trial preparation, exhibit lists, and deposition coordination
• Maintain and organize case files, calendars, deadlines, and tickler systems with strict attention to court-imposed timelines
• Schedule meetings, court appearances, depositions, and conference calls
• Draft routine correspondence, client communications, and attorney memos
• Track and manage billable time entries, expense reports, and client invoicing
• Serve as liaison between clients, opposing counsel, court personnel, and internal teams
• Perform general office duties including scanning, copying, mail distribution, and supply management

Qualifications:

Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum 5+ years of Legal Secretary experience in a law firm environment
• Strong bankruptcy experience required – working knowledge of Chapter 7, 11, and 13 cases
• Heavy litigation experience required – civil litigation support in state and federal courts
• Proficiency with legal software and systems (e.g., CaseText, Westlaw, PACER, e-filing platforms, Microsoft Office Suite – Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Excellent typing speed and accuracy (70+ WPM preferred)
• Organizational skills and ability to manage multiple deadlines in a high-volume practice
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with a professional demeanor
• High level of discretion and ability to handle sensitive/confidential information

Compensation

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