Vendor Direct Solutions, LLC (VDS) is a market leader in law firm organization, information management, consulting and outsourcing. We are currently seeking a full-time Legal Litigation Secretary to work at established client law firm in the greater Los Angeles area. Under general direction, the Legal Litigation Secretary works to perform administrative and support functions in all aspects of legal case preparation and file management including legal research, drafting routine documents and collection of information relevant to cases. This is a HYBRID position that would require at least 3 days working in-office and 2 days working remotely. The Legal Litigation Secretary will report directly to the VDS Site Supervisor. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: * Responsible for working alongside lawyers to assist them in preparing for hearings, trials, meetings, and closings. * Research the different aspects of a particular case and identify all relevant information such as judicial decisions, legal studies, articles, and pertinent laws. * Analyze and organize the material into written reports used by lawyers to decide the proper course of action. * Assist in drafting legal documents such as pleadings and motions. * Responsible for keeping track of all the necessary documentation and making it easily accessible for attorneys. * Prepare materials for discovery and case presentation. * Prepare documents, including legal briefs, court subpoenas, spreadsheets, and other office-related letters. * Other duties may include scheduling client appointments and depositions, answering calls, taking notes during legal meetings/depositions and maintaining the firm's legal research references. **The job duties listed above are not an exhaustive list of every task that will be perform but are intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities. Candidates may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties. EXPERIENCE/SKILLS: * High school diploma or equivalent required; College experience preferred. * Experience with iManage a must. * A highly professional appearance and demeanor. * Experience filing within California, Arizona, and Nevada court systems preferred. * Minimum of 3 years experience as a Legal Secretary. * Excellent verbal and written communication skills. * Excellent client service, interpersonal and problem-solving skills. * Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. * Familiar with legal terminology and government regulations. * Advance skills in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). * Advance skills in MS Outlook and Internet navigation. * The ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks. * The ability to type a minimum of 40 wpm. Vendor Direct Solutions LLC is NOT a recruiting or staffing agency. We are a full-time employer. Vendor Direct Solutions offers competitive salary and benefits, which include: 10 paid holidays, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, referral bonuses and 401(k). Company Description Vendor Direct Solutions, LLC (VDS) is an industry leader in providing on-site and technology solutions for law firms and other professional service providers. Our team is comprised of experts who are skilled in the creation, design, and implementation and management of technology-based document solutions and strategies, from state-of-the-art electronic and file sharing systems to conventional back office support systems. Our on-site solutions include professional management of all or selected segments of a firms records management, office services and IT operations. Our team includes outsourcing experts, records management professionals, senior consultants and directors who have built their careers in the legal and business process management space. VDS also provides flexible on-site management resources and consulting to build Technology Solutions that include Records and Document Management Systems, Enterprise Search Solutions and the development of Intranet dashboards that speed the access to personalized information for end-users.
Vendor Direct Solutions, LLC (VDS) is an industry leader in providing on-site and technology solutions for law firms and other professional service providers. Our team is comprised of experts who are skilled in the creation, design, and implementation and management of technology-based document solutions and strategies, from state-of-the-art electronic and file sharing systems to conventional back office support systems.\r\n\r\nOur on-site solutions include professional management of all or selected segments of a firms records management, office services and IT operations. Our team includes outsourcing experts, records management professionals, senior consultants and directors who have built their careers in the legal and business process management space.\r\n\r\nVDS also provides flexible on-site management resources and consulting to build Technology Solutions that include Records and Document Management Systems, Enterprise Search Solutions and the development of Intranet dashboards that speed the access to personalized information for end-users.