Legal Secretary

Description

We have an immediate opening for a Legal Secretary to support a solo practitioner in Berkeley. This is a great opportunity to join a quiet, professional office and assist with a practice focused on real property and business law litigation. This a long-term contract that is primarily hybrid. One day a week on-site in Berkeley is required to handle filings.

Responsibilities

+ Draft, format, and proofread legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and correspondence

+ Prepare and maintain tables of contents (TOCs) and tables of authorities (TOAs)

+ Handle electronic filing (e-filing) in state and federal courts

+ Assist with discovery responses, including organizing and formatting documents

+ Maintain and update case files and client records in Clio (database use only, not billing)

+ Coordinate scheduling for hearings, depositions, and client meetings

+ Make occasional outbound calls to screen potential new clients (no inbound calls required)

+ Provide general administrative support, including scanning, copying, and organizing document

Requirements

Qualifications

+ Minimum 4 years of experience as a Legal Secretary in civil litigation

+ Strong knowledge of legal terminology, court rules, and filing procedures

+ Proficiency in Microsoft Word and familiarity with formatting legal documents

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Experience with e-filing systems and case management software (Clio preferred)

+ Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

+ Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

+ Strong written and verbal communication skills

+ Comfortable working independently in a small office setting

+ Professional demeanor and discretion when handling confidential information

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