Legal Assistant/Litigation Secretary

$62,400 - $72,800/Yr

Harrison Kristopher - Concord, CA

Full-time - Mid Level

Concord, CA

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Legal Assistant/Litigation Secretary position at Harrison | Kristopher, LLP is a full-time role designed to support a busy partner in a small personal injury law firm. The role involves managing various administrative tasks, including calendar management, client communication, and document preparation, while ensuring confidentiality and integrity in handling legal matters.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain calendar management, billing, and case management database.
• Organize legal files and documents.
• Communicate with clients and opposing counsel to obtain information and prepare reports.
• Draft routine documents, correspondence, pleadings, and discovery materials.
• Review, summarize, and analyze court documents, pleadings, and discovery received, as well as client documents and medical records.
• Prepare draft responses in litigation matters and compile responses to document requests under supervision.
• Perform administrative duties, including scheduling meetings and maintaining calendars and travel arrangements.
• Prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely follow-through on issues.
• Assist with trial preparation.

Requirements

• Some college education required; college degree preferred.
• 3+ years of legal and litigation office experience required.
• Experience in personal injury law preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Excellent writing, editing, and communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and efficiently.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with case management databases.
• Knowledge of legal procedures, statutes, and regulations.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance