Legal Secretary / Office Manager

A growing boutique litigation practice in Beverly Hills is seeking an experienced Legal Secretary / Office Manager for a contract-to-hire opportunity.

This position combines legal secretary, legal assistant, and office management responsibilities while supporting the firm's litigation practice and daily operations. The role is well-suited for a highly organized professional who enjoys balancing litigation support with administrative and operational responsibilities in a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage attorney calendars, appointments, and litigation deadlines
• Prepare, format, proofread, and electronically file legal documents
• Coordinate California state and federal court filings and service of process
• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients, opposing counsel, courts, and vendors
• Maintain legal files, document organization, and case management systems
• Provide litigation support throughout active matters
• Coordinate office operations, vendors, supplies, and administrative functions
• Assist with billing, correspondence, and general office administration
• Track deadlines and maintain efficient workflow processes

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of legal secretary experience
• Experience with legal filing software required
• Office management experience strongly preferred
• Prior litigation law firm experience preferred
• Employment, business, or civil litigation experience preferred
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently
• Must reside within a reasonable commuting distance of Beverly Hills

Compensation

$35–$40 per hour, depending on experience

Contract position with opportunity for permanent employment

Benefits

• Benefits available through the staffing employer during the contract assignment, subject to eligibility
• Opportunity to become eligible for employer benefits upon permanent hire

Schedule

• Monday through Friday
• Primarily in-office
• Some scheduling flexibility after onboarding
• No billable hour requirement

Salary Range: $35/ hr - $40/ hr

Reference: 148670