Legal Secretary (Litigation Assistant)
About the positionResponsibilities• Track Statute of Limitation deadlines• Perform background research in preparation for filing complaints (TLO, DMV Research, Private Investigators, etc.)• Prepare ancillary documents to file complaints (Summons, Civil Case Cover Sheet, jury fees)• Send for service of all Defendants after filing comes back from court• Obtain case/docket information from Superior Court websites• Manage team calendar• Schedule remote appearances and motion hearings for attorneys• Calendar and save mail• Ensure consistent naming system is followed when saving documents to files• Send various documents to clients for review and signature via DocuSign or courier service• Mail out documents via USPS Mail and Certified Return Receipt as needed• Maintain, organize and sort all files/send for shredding/closing files• Scan documents/old files prepare for shredding• Propound initial discovery on all Parties• Prepare and send supplemental discovery at the direction of attorneys• Escalate issues (motions) to the attorneys in litigation• Send deposition transcripts to clients for review and signature• Request electronic copy of deposition transcripts• Obtain digital copy of transcripts and save to file when they come in• Provide status updates to medical providers as needed• Monthly review cases to check for discovery responses and follow up with defense counsel if needed• Handle client relations and coordinate deposition/discovery completion dates with clients• Assist litigation attorney with any necessary tasksRequirements• Bilingual in Spanish• 3 years of experience as a Legal Secretary• Experience in Personal Injury Law• Litigation experience• Legal administrative experience• Legal drafting skills• Strong organizational skills• Proficient computer skills• Excellent time management skills• Strong written and verbal communication skillsBenefits• Health insurance• Dental insurance• 401(k)• Flexible spending account• Paid time off• Vision insurance• 401(k) matching• Life insurance Apply tot his job