Job Title: Litigation Secretary

Location: Sacramento, CA (On-site)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Pay Range: $30 $38 per hour (based on experience)
Vendor fee-4%

A reputable law firm in Sacramento, CA is seeking a friendly, responsive, and experienced Litigation Secretary to provide direct support to attorneys. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, highly organized, and possess strong communication and computer skills.

This role is essential to maintaining smooth legal operations within the firm and requires a professional who thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

• $30.00 $38.00 per hour (commensurate with experience)

• Annual performance bonuses

• Medical Insurance (95 100% employer contribution for employee premium)

• Dental and Vision Insurance

• Long-Term Disability and Long-Term Care Insurance (100% employer-paid)

• Generous vacation, sick leave, and holiday policies

• Annual cost-of-living adjustments

• 401(k) with employer match and profit sharing

• Employee parking or bus pass provided

• Monday Friday: 8:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m. or 8:30 a.m. 5:30 p.m.

• 100% on-site position

• Perform secretarial and administrative duties in support of assigned attorneys.

• Create and maintain legal files, records, and reports.

• Prepare documents and assist with trial preparation.

• Draft and format pleadings, tables of authorities, and tables of contents.

• Manage daily mail, phone calls, and emails for attorneys.

• Draft routine correspondence and legal documents for attorney review.

• Schedule appointments, depositions, hearings, and client meetings.

• Greet and assist clients professionally upon arrival.

• Maintain attorney calendars and track deadlines and court dates.

• Coordinate travel arrangements, hotel bookings, and event registrations.

• Conduct conflict checks and open new client/matter files.

• Prepare and perfect documents for court filing, including e-filing.

• Provide occasional coverage and support to other legal staff as needed.

• High school diploma required; completion of two years of college or vocational school preferred.

• 5+ years of experience, including at least 3 years as a litigation secretary or paralegal in a law office or related setting.

• Exceptional spelling, grammar, and punctuation skills.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook (beginner to intermediate).

• Strong knowledge of basic office equipment (copiers, scanners, printers, phones).

• Excellent communication, organization, and multitasking abilities.

• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs (files and office supplies).

• Team-oriented attitude with professionalism and a strong sense of confidentiality