Novate Legal Search is seeking a Litigation Secretary to join their team in Palo Alto, CA. The role involves providing secretarial and administrative support to attorneys in a legal setting.
About the Role
As a Litigation Secretary, you will be responsible for a variety of tasks including drafting and finalizing legal documents, filing documents in federal and state courts, proofreading, maintaining client relations, managing incoming mail, preparing expense reports, processing client billing, and coordinating with other departments. You will also assist with scheduling and provide support for other team members as needed.
About You
Required:
A minimum of 8 years of litigation secretarial experience.
Strong proofreading skills and attention to detail.
High proficiency with Microsoft Office programs (Word, Outlook, Excel).
Expertise in legal citation and terminology.
Familiarity with iManage, Compulaw or similar technology.
Ability to organize and prioritize multiple assignments.
Preferred:
Experience in Entertainment Litigation.
Flexibility to work overtime occasionally.
Good attendance and punctuality.
Novate Legal Search
Placing highly skilled Attorneys and Staff in Law firms and Corporate Legal Departments across the US on a Permanent and Contract basis.