Legal Secretary, Civil Litigation (Sacramento/Folsom, CA) - Hybrid

CSAA Insurance Group • Sacramento, CA

29d • Hybrid

About The Position

CSAA Insurance Group (CSAA IG), a AAA insurer, is one of the leading personal lines property and casualty insurance groups in the United States. Here, every employee shapes our mission. We build innovative, human-centered solutions that help AAA members prevent, prepare for, and recover from life's uncertainties. You will join a collaborative, inclusive culture where your strengths have room to grow and your ideas can drive real impact. Step into a role where you can contribute to our shared success through meaningful work. We are actively hiring for a Legal Secretary, Civil Litigation - Hybrid! Your Role: A Civil Litigation Legal Secretary plays a crucial role in supporting attorneys and legal teams in managing the administrative and organizational aspects of civil litigation cases. This role will support up to two attorneys. This position is primarily remote, but you will need to go into the Folsom, CA office as needed for occasional meetings or trial prep. It is ideal to be in the office for new hire training as well.

Requirements

• 0 - 2 years of experience as a Legal Secretary.
• 0 - 2 years of previous secretarial experience in the area of law.
• Knowledge of legal terminology and of proper formats for legal documents, legal procedures, and document editing skills.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize with a strong attention to detail.
• Strong PC skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Must have the ability to handle and respond to sensitive and confidential information.
• Strong oral and written communication skills and organizational skills.
• Ability to file using an alpha-numeric system.

Nice To Haves

• 2+ years experience as a legal secretary strongly preferred
• Knowledge of legal software applications (Team Connect, e-Docs, etc.)
• Knowledge of practice areas and legal procedures.
• Trial experience.
• Actively shapes our company culture (e.g., participating in employee resource groups, volunteering, etc.).
• Leans into cultural norms (e.g., willing to have cameras when it matters: helping onboard new team members, building relationships, etc.).
• Travels as needed for role, including divisional / team meetings and other in-person meetings.
• Fulfills business needs, which may include investing extra time, helping other teams, etc.

Responsibilities

• Types correspondence and various legal documents and forms.
• Drafts documents and correspondence.
• Organizes and maintains files related to current cases and various legal matters in a paper lite environment, with strong emphasis on electronic filing and e-filing with Courts, dockets and calendars, legal appearances, and filing deadlines.
• Provides administrative support to multiple attorneys with depositions, medical examinations, court and arbitration hearings, and work with retained experts.

Benefits

• We offer a total compensation package, annual bonus eligibility for most roles, 401(k) with a company match, and so much more!
• Career Growth: We believe in growth for everyone. Here at CSAA IG, leaders and mentors partner with employees to align interests, unlock development opportunities, and support long‑term success.
• Flexible Workplace: We embrace a remote-first culture through our Flexible Workplace. Most employees hold Home-Flex roles, working primarily from home, often with the flexibility to work from various locations including CSAA offices.
• Inclusion and Belonging: An inclusive and welcoming workplace is the cornerstone of our success. By fostering an environment where people feel valued and heard, we deepen our ability to understand and meet the unique needs of our members. This strengthens innovation and enhances our products and services, giving us a competitive edge in the market.
• Sustainability: As climate change leads to more frequent and severe weather events, we are taking bold action to build more resilient communities and reduce our environmental impact.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level