Temp Litigation Secretary, Oakland Office

Adams & Martin Group has partnered with a well‑respected mid‑size defense firm to identify a Temp-To-Hire Litigation Secretary for their Oakland office. This full‑time, onsite position provides critical administrative and litigation support to seven attorneys, including five Partners and two Senior Counsel. The role is ideal for a proactive, detail‑oriented professional who thrives in a fast‑paced litigation environment, excels at organization, and enjoys supporting a high‑volume practice.

Candidates can expect to work with a collaborative, down‑to‑earth team in a supportive setting.
NOTE: THIS IS A TEMP ROLE WITH THE POSSIBILITY OF BEING TEMP-TO-HIRE.

• Attorney & Litigation Support: Assist with litigation matters requiring strong knowledge of state and federal filing procedures, document formatting, and attorney workflow management
• Document Preparation & Filing: Create, revise, format, and finalize pleadings, correspondence, agreements, and other legal documents using advanced word‑processing skills; apply track changes, styles, and redlines; redact documents; prepare TOCs and TOAs; file and serve documents in compliance with California state and federal court rules, including e‑filing requirements
• Case & File Management: Maintain and organize electronic and physical case files; assist with opening and closing matters, preparing file materials, and managing firm documentation requirements
• Scheduling & Calendar Management: Coordinate hearings, depositions, meetings, and deadlines for multiple attorneys; manage and maintain complex litigation calendars in a fast‑moving environment
• Client & Court Communication: Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, vendors, and court personnel in a professional manner; coordinate court reporters, service providers, and attorney scheduling needs
• Special Projects & Administrative Support: Assist with general administrative duties and attorney projects as needed; support attorneys with document comparisons, proofreading, and workflow management

• Must be available for TEMP/TEMP-TO-HIRE job positions
• 3+ years of experience as a litigation legal secretary within a law firm environment
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Experience with state and federal court e‑filings
• Advanced word‑processing skills, including formatting, redlining, track changes, styles, and redaction (training provided for CCC Macro Pro)
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while also functioning as part of a team
• Strong communication, time‑management, and proofreading skills
• Ability to adapt quickly to shifting priorities and manage tight deadlines
• Must be able to work onsite 5 days per week (Oakland)

• Onsite role: 5 days per week in Oakland
• Hours:
  
  8:00 AM - 5:00 PM with a 1‑hour lunch
• Firm environment: friendly, supportive, and down‑to‑earth mid‑size firm with an excellent reputation
• Located one block from 19th Street BART; no parking provided

Pay Rate: $38-42/hr

Please submit your resume for your confidential consideration.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance.