Legal Secretary

We’re seeking a sharp legal assistant for our busy law firm who can help our attorneys and paralegals assist our clients and keep the office running smoothly. You’ll work with the team to prepare a variety of legal documents, and handle office correspondence like answering emails and phone calls, scheduling meetings and travel, and reminding the team of upcoming deadlines. If you’re an excellent multitasker who thrives in a fast-paced environment, we want to hear from you!

• Take care of administrative tasks and office correspondence by answering phone calls and emails, communicating with opposing attorney offices, taking dictation, and informing the team of upcoming deadlines
• Conduct legal research, when necessary, with guidance from attorneys and paralegals
• Make travel arrangements, schedule meetings and appointments for the team, such as depositions, and coordinate with outside vendors for events
• Assist with the creation of various litigation documents, including pleadings, motions, subpoenas, affidavits, contracts, and briefs for case preparation, and proofread documents as needed
• Ensure client billing is processed properly using daily time records with assistance from the accounting department

• High school diploma or equivalent is required; associate’s degree is a plus
• Must be able to prioritize tasks with demanding deadlines and work in a fast-paced environment
• Minimum 1-2 years of experience in a law firm or office environment as an administrative assistant or secretary
• Some knowledge of legal software, case management, and docketing programs
• Organizational skills and communication skills are necessary for this position

22 - 28 hourly

Modern Law is a launchpad for ambitious family law professionals. We provide exceptional training, mentorship, and resources so you can grow fast and build confidence in your craft. You’ll join a collaborative, supportive team with the autonomy to run your practice your way—no micromanaging, just real trust.

We have more high-quality work than you can handle
, so you can focus on advocacy, not client hunting. And our flexible billable requirements adapt to your goals—whether you want to maximize income or maintain balance, we’ll back your definition of success.

Here, you bring the drive.
We provide the rocket fuel.