Legal Secretary

We are looking for a skilled Legal Assistant to join a growing law firm in Santa Ana, California. This position offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic environment within a nationally recognized firm specializing in defense litigation. The ideal candidate will bring strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and knowledge of legal processes to support attorneys in delivering exceptional service to clients.

Responsibilities:

• Handle electronic filings for both state and federal courts, ensuring accuracy and compliance.

• Prepare legal documents, including Tables of Authorities (TOAs) and Tables of Contents (TOCs), as well as assist with drafting client correspondence.

• Manage expense processing for assigned partners using firm-specific systems.

• Maintain and oversee attorneys’ calendars to ensure deadlines and meetings are effectively managed.

• Support general office operations, demonstrating proficiency with document management systems.

• Collaborate with attorneys and staff to prepare case-related documents and manage administrative tasks.

• Assist with coordinating schedules and maintaining smooth communication among team members.

• Provide exceptional organizational support to attorneys handling general liability, toxic torts, and construction defect cases.

• Adapt to a hybrid work schedule with flexibility in start times to meet the firm's needs.

Qualifications:

• At least 3 years of experience in a legal secretary or similar legal support position.
• Demonstrated experience with court filings, including electronic filing procedures.
• Strong proficiency in preparing legal documents and managing formatting-intensive materials.
• Ability to support multiple attorneys while balancing competing deadlines and priorities.
• Experience assisting with calendar oversight, deadline tracking, and general practice support.
• Comfort using document management systems; familiarity with iManage is a plus.
• Proficiency with standard office software and strong overall administrative skills.

Compensation

$70,000.00-$90,000.00 Yearly

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