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Legal Assistant / Legal Secretary (Civil Litigation) – Fully Remote Opportunity
Sacramento, California | Full-Time | Up to $85,000 DOE
A well-established and growing litigation firm is seeking an experienced Legal Assistant/Legal Secretary to join its collaborative legal team. This is an excellent opportunity for a highly organized professional who enjoys working in a fun, team oriented office with little to no turn-over.
Following the initial onboarding and training period, this position offers the flexibility to work fully remote.
Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive administrative and litigation support to attorneys throughout all phases of California and federal civil litigation.
- Prepare, proofread, format, and file pleadings, motions, discovery, correspondence, and other legal documents.
- Maintain electronic and physical case files while ensuring accuracy and organization.
- Manage attorney calendars, court deadlines, hearings, and litigation schedules.
- Coordinate communications with clients, courts, opposing counsel, and third parties.
- Assist with trial preparation and other litigation support as needed.
Qualifications
- Minimum of 5 years of Legal Assistant or Legal Secretary experience supporting civil litigation attorneys.
- Strong knowledge of California and federal court rules, procedures, and calendaring requirements.
- Excellent organizational, communication, and time-management skills.
- Ability to prioritize multiple assignments while maintaining exceptional attention to detail.
- Self-motivated, dependable, and able to work independently in a remote environment.
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary up to $85,000, depending on experience
- Excellent beneftis
- Supportive team environment with opportunities for professional growth
If you are an experienced litigation legal professional seeking greater flexibility while continuing to work on sophisticated matters, we would welcome the opportunity to speak with you. All inquiries and submissions will be held in the strictest confidence.
Salary : $80,000 - $85,000