Legal Secretary

A boutique law firm in San Mateo, California is seeking a Legal Secretary to provide administrative and litigation support to attorneys in a fast-paced practice. This role requires a detail-oriented professional with strong organizational skills and prior experience handling state court e-filing and calendaring. As a Legal Secretary with this firm, you'll support multiple attorneys through the full litigation lifecycle and have opportunity to grow within the firm.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide day-to-day administrative support to attorneys and legal staff.
• Prepare, format, revise, and proofread legal correspondence, pleadings, and other case-related documents.
• Handle state court e-filing and ensure filings are submitted accurately and timely.
• Manage attorney calendars, including court dates, deadlines, client meetings, and other key events.
• Coordinate scheduling for hearings, depositions, meetings, and conference calls.
• Maintain and organize physical and electronic case files.
• Communicate with clients, court personnel, vendors, and outside counsel in a professional manner.
• Assist with document preparation, records management, and general office support as needed.

Qualifications:

Qualifications:

• Prior experience as a Legal Secretary in a law firm environment.
• Required experience with state court e-filing and legal calendaring.
• Strong knowledge of court procedures, filing deadlines, and legal document formatting.
• Excellent attention to detail, time management, and organizational skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal case management systems is preferred.

Compensation

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