Job Description

Step into a role where structure, mentorship, and steady workflow create an environment built for long-term success. Mission Recruiting is representing a well-established civil defense and subrogation practice in Los Angeles seeking a Litigation Legal Secretary who thrives in a highly organized, professional setting.
This is a fully in-office position supporting a busy team known for collaboration, training, and consistent Fortune 500 client work.
Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• Supportive, training-focused culture
• Structured workflow with long-term stability
• Fast-moving but friendly interview process
• Strong benefits and competitive compensation

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, format, and proofread legal documents
• Ensure accuracy of citations, formatting, attachments, and exhibits
• Reserve motions and coordinate remote appearances
• Perform State and Federal e-filings
• Draft TOCs, TOAs, and discovery shells
• Track deadlines and maintain organized case files
• Assemble exhibits for motions, depositions, and trial
• Assist with mediation and trial prep
• Manage calendars, schedule hearings, and handle correspondence
• Provide backup support to other secretaries when needed

What You Bring

• Background in California civil litigation
• Experience with State and Federal e-filing
• Strong document formatting skills
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines with attention to detail
• Familiarity with litigation support processes and legal technology
• Ability to work fully onsite, Monday through Friday

Compensation & Benefits

• Hourly rate: $30 to $36
• Estimated annual range: $63,000 to $75,000
• Health, dental, and vision insurance (50 percent covered for employees and dependents after 30 days)
• PTO, holidays, sick time, and tiered vacation accruals
• 401k
• Supportive environment with steady workflow

Work Environment

• Fully in-office role
• Monday through Friday schedule
• Approximately 15 attorneys and 30 total staff
• Collaborative team with strong mentorship

Salary Range: $63,000 to $75,000
Reference: 147610

Skills Required