Deposition Department Senior

Abramson Labor Group•Burbank, CA

22h•Onsite

About The Position

Abramson Labor Group is seeking an experienced Deposition Department Senior to join our Workers' Compensation team in Burbank, CA. In this role, you will serve as a mentor and resource to the deposition team, manage calendars, and collaborate with leadership on department projects. The ideal candidate is organized, communicative, and ready to lead by example in a fast-paced legal environment.

Requirements

Minimum 3–5 years of experience in a legal setting; workers' compensation, civil litigation, or employment law preferred
Demonstrated experience scheduling and noticing litigation depositions is required
Prior experience in a senior, lead, or mentorship role within a legal department is highly preferred
Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to handle multiple priorities and meet deadlines
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and legal case management or calendar software
High school diploma or equivalent required

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of California workers' compensation procedures is highly desirable
Paralegal certificate or legal studies coursework is a plus
Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus but not required

Responsibilities

Serve as a mentor to the remaining staff on the team — answering questions, providing guidance, and being a reliable resource for day-to-day support
Meet weekly with associates to review their deposition calendars for the upcoming month and ensure alignment on priorities and deadlines
Step into any team member role as needed to support continuity and keep the department running smoothly
Manage and maintain the workers' compensation deposition calendar to ensure daily and monthly scheduling goals are met
Schedule depositions and coordinate logistics with in-house attorneys, opposing counsel, clients, and court reporting services
Track deposition deadlines and ensure compliance with discovery timelines and court orders
Distribute deposition notices, Zoom links, addresses, and related documentation to all parties
Request transcripts as needed and ensure timely delivery to the legal team
Process deposition-related invoices and maintain organized records of all calendared depositions and communications
Collaborate with leadership on department projects and initiatives as assigned by your manager
Communicate proactively with attorneys, legal assistants, and case managers to ensure smooth coordination across all matters