Responsibilities:

• Maintain the attorney's calendar book and tickler system
• Schedule meetings, experts, attorneys, and co-counsel, and schedule court appearances
• Review and re-index mail in OnBase for review and action by the attorney and calendaring
• Compose correspondence and memos to request or provide information
• Contact clients to obtain the desired information as requested by attorneys
• Maintain electronic confidential legal files and ensure that each file is organized and documented regarding activity
• Prepare discovery, pre-trial, and trial documents for filing with the  court
• Schedule, calendars, and all discovery initiated by plaintiff(s) and defendant(s)
• Provide legal secretarial support on either short- or long-term assignments
• Answer and screen telephone calls
• Transcribe dictation, including correspondence relating to litigation
• Assist and provide backup for other secretaries
• Maintain current knowledge of court rules
• Perform additional tasks
• Participate in department and company projects

Education and/or Experience:

• High school diploma or GED
• 7 years of defense trial, litigation experience in a similar industry
• 3 years of recent California Civil litigation experience
• Trial preparation is a must
• Good organization and communication skills
• Thorough knowledge of court procedures
• Strong initiative and ability to work independently
• Computer literate – proficient in MS Word; knowledge of case management software; type 70+ wpm

Benefits:

Comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, LTD, 401(k) with employer match, PTO and separate sick time, and paid holidays