What are the responsibilities and job description for the North County Litigation Secretary position at Adams & Martin Group?
Litigation Secretary / Paralegal (Complex Environmental Litigation - Plaintiff Class Actions)Location: North County San DiegoStatus: Full-Time | New RoleCompensation: $28-$35/hour (flexible based on experience)Hours: Standard 7.5-hour workdayBenefits: Full benefits package (medical, dental, vision, retirement, PTO, etc.)About the FirmWe are a boutique North County San Diego law firm handling high-impact complex environmental litigation and plaintiff-side class actions. Our team is small, collaborative, and dedicated to delivering exceptional legal work on cases that make a meaningful difference in the community and environment. We are adding a new team member to support our growing caseload.Position OverviewWe are seeking an experienced Litigation Secretary or Paralegal who is highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable supporting a busy litigation practice. While a paralegal certificate is not required, experience and litigation knowledge are key. This role will lean heavily toward litigation secretary responsibilities, but candidates interested in or currently performing paralegal work are encouraged to apply.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide administrative and litigation support to attorneys in complex environmental and class action mattersDraft, format, proofread, and finalize legal documents, correspondence, and filingsManage state and federal court filings, including e-filing and physical filing when requiredPerform manual calendaring of deadlines, hearings, and court-related dates using OutlookMaintain case files, document management systems, and discovery materialsAssist with trial preparation, including exhibit binders, witness lists, and logisticsCommunicate professionally with clients, experts, co-counsel, and court personnelSupport attorneys with general administrative tasks as needed within a small, close-knit teamTop Requirements3 years of litigation experience, with a strong understanding of the litigation lifecycleRobust state and federal calendaring skills (manual calendaring in Outlook required) and experience with state and federal court filingsExceptional attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and ability to thrive in a small, collaborative team environmentAll 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. For unincorporated Los Angeles county, to the extent our customers require a background check for certain positions, the Company faces a significant risk to its business operations and business reputation unless a review of criminal history is conducted for those specific job positions.
Salary : $28 - $35
