Legal Secretary

LHH is seeking a skilled Legal Secretary to join a regional firm in their office in Cerritos, CA. As a Legal Secretary, you will play a crucial role in supporting our legal team in handling educational law matters. This position requires excellent organizational skills, a strong attention to detail, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Pay Rate and Benefits: $80,000 to $95,000 per year, along with comprehensive benefits such as medical, dental, vision, etc.

Position Type: Full-time, Direct Hire, Onsite

• Provide comprehensive administrative support to attorneys and legal professionals in educational law matters.
• Prepare, proofread, and format legal documents, including pleadings, motions, briefs, and correspondence.
• Maintain and organize case files, documents, and records.
• Manage court deadlines and assist in calculating pre-trial dates.
• Coordinate and schedule meetings, depositions, and court appearances.
• Conduct legal research and gather relevant information from various sources.
• Assist with court filings, including e-filing in state and federal courts.
• Prepare and handle document production and discovery requests.
• Assist with trial preparation, including organizing exhibits and trial binders.

• Minimum of 2 years of prior experience supporting attorneys in the areas of education, litigation, or transactional law.
• Strong knowledge of civil litigation procedures.
• Proficiency in court deadlines and calculating pre-trial dates accurately.
• Experience with court filings, including e-filing in state and federal courts.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in document preparation.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills