Litigation Legal Secretary - Trust & Estates

Insight Global • San Diego, CA • 17h ago

Job Description

Insight Global is looking for a Litigation Legal Secretary - Trust & Estates to join, one of San Diego's oldest and most prestigious law firms, to provide high-level support to attorneys and their paralegals in our Trust & Estates practice groups.

Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive administrative and litigation support to attorneys and paralegals in the areas of Trust and Estates

Manage complex calendars, schedule consultations, depositions, and client meetings

Prepare, revise, and proofread legal documents, including pleadings, documents, agreements, and discovery responses

Draft correspondence, engagement letters, conflict waivers, and assist with new matter openings

Coordinate and process filings in State and Federal courts, including electronic filing and service

Prepare exhibit binders, trial/hearing materials, and maintain organized case files (electronic and physical)

Communicate professionally with clients, court staff, opposing counsel, and vendors

Track certified mailings, overnight deliveries, and manage document flow

Process invoices, check requests, and schedule conference rooms

Collaborate closely with paralegals to ensure smooth case management and workflow

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.To learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/.

Skills and Requirements

The ideal candidate will bring at least 5 years of litigation experience, exceptional organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Requirements:

-At least Five years' experience as a Legal Secretary in the areas of Trust & Estates , extensive civil law experience will be acceptable

-Experience processing invoices, check requests, and schedule conference rooms

-Experience tracking certified mailings, overnight deliveries, and manage document flow

-Experience supporting 2-3 Attorneys

-Probate Experience is highly preferred

-Experience preparing exhibit binders, trial/hearing materials, and maintain organized case files (electronic and physical)

-Proficiency in Outlook, Word, Excel, DocuSign, and document management systems

-Must be able to stay late during trials Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to maintain confidentiality

Strong system skills in document management systems and digital filing

Superior oral and written communication skills

Excellent interpersonal skills: ability to interact well with clients, vendors and coworkers

Ability to balance competing and changing priorities

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Diligent in meeting deadlines and completing assigned tasks

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