Litigation Secretary

Company: Gates, Gonter Guy, Proudfoot & Muench, LLP.
Location: Irvine
Posted on: April 9, 2021

Job Description:

Prominent Orange County law firm is seeking an experienced litigation secretary for its Irvine office. This position will support a 3:1 desk in a successful insurance defense firm and requires prior working experience with litigation matters, preferably high volume insurance defense matters. Qualified candidate must be detailed oriented, handle court filings, preparation and drafting of pleadings, strong calendaring skills with or without calendaring program, professional demeanor with clients, opposing counsels, vendors, and court personnel. The candidate should be able to work in a fast paced environment and ability to work under pressure with strict deadlines. Able to successfully maintain trial calendaring deadlines and experience with trial preparation preferred. Candidate will be proactive, resourceful, remain flexible and a team player, and must be able to handle prioritizing multiple projects and tasks. Excellent attendance and punctuality is needed. Must be highly proficient in transcription and various computer applications such as Microsoft Word, Outlook, Adobe, Excel and Power Point. Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• AFLAC voluntary benefits
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discounts
• Fitness Center
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Pet Insurance
• Vision insurance Job Requirements:
  • Assist the litigation team regarding management of litigation claims
  • Provide support for one partner and two litigation attorneys
  • Scanning documents, typing correspondence (transcription) and drafting litigation documents
  • Anticipating changes in litigation or transaction preparation requirements
  • Distribute correspondence, litigation, and other paper and electronic documents
  • Handle calendaring for attorneys
  • Perform a variety of administrative and clerical duties for litigation attorneys in the legal department
  • Proofread and finalize legal documents
  • Assisting with state and federal filings, including e-filing
  • Scheduling court calls, expert witnesses, court reporters and interpreters.

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