PARRIS Law Firm Hiring for Litigation Secretary Job at Lancaster, CA Full Time

PARRIS Law Firm is seeking a litigation secretary to join our team. Each candidate must be able to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment, possess superior communication skills, and have excellent attention to detail. They must also have a strong work ethic and be highly organized.

The ideal candidate will perform many different tasks but be primarily responsible for the following:

• Docketing for a substantial caseload
• Scheduling hearings, depositions, and meetings
• Ensuring all deadlines are met on time
• Preparing discovery responses
• Drafting pleadings
• Reviewing records
• Tracking case costs
• Filing court documents including summons, complaints, motions, and other pleadings
• Routine contact with clients, opposing counsel, experts and attorneys

Qualifications:

• Highly organized with strong attention to detail
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Excellent proof-reading skills
• Familiarity with legal terminology, legal document formatting, legal processes and procedures
• Experience filing in State, Federal, and Appellate Courts preferred
• Capable of typing a minimum of 55 WPM
• Spanish speaking is a plus
• Must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19

Education/Experience:

• ABA Paralegal certification a plus
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in civil litigation, employment or personal injury preferred

Our firm offers a comprehensive pay and benefits package that includes:

• 8 Paid Holidays per Year
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Sick Time
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401K
• Hourly Pay Range: $17.00 – $30.00 (pay commensurate with experience)

Please submit your resume for immediate consideration. Additional information can be found on our website at www.parris.com

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.00 – $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Travel requirement:

• No travel

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Lancaster, CA 93534: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Microsoft Office: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: One location