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Title : Legal Secretary
Location : California - Los AngelesRefer to Job # WHED862427
# Legal Secretary Morrison Foerster LLP, an Am Law 50 law firm, has an opening for a Litigation Legal Secretary in our Los Angeles office. This is an exciting opportunity for a professional to join a premier law firm and contribute to the success of the Legal Secretaries Department. ## Essential Functions The successful candidate will be responsible for providing a high level of client service and support while producing a high volume of consistently excellent work products. This position requires excellent organizational skills, the ability to multi-task, and the ability to interact effectively with all levels of management and staff. Additional responsibilities include: - Providing professional client relationship management with external clients - Creating, editing, and proofreading complex and practice-specific legal documents, forms, and correspondence - Assisting with the preparation of Responses to Auditor Requests and Opinion Letters - Creating and maintaining client/matter lists and communication lists - Organizing and accurately maintaining physical and electronic documents and files - Utilizing Outlook to schedule appointments and calendar dates - Assisting with timenote entry, including inputting timenotes, editing, proofreading, and closing them - Performing basic legal research and printing off cases - Utilizing Ework software to open new matters, prepare engagement letters, and process conflict reports - Collaborating with Client Account Manager and assigned timekeepers to manage billing process - Initiating client file transfer requests and assisting with client disengagements - Facilitating the secure transfer of case/client data in accordance with firm's data security policy - Providing backup support to other attorneys and timekeepers as needed - Participating in departmental projects designed to streamline workflow and/or resolve issues - Acting and assisting as a proactive mentor for junior staff and new employees - Creating and labeling CDs/DVDs and comprehensive understanding of firm's privacy policy and encryption tools ## Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate will have a High School Diploma (Associate Degree preferred), a minimum of 2 to 3 years of litigation recent Legal Secretarial experience, and/or 3 years of Administrative Secretary experience. Experience working in a large law firm is preferred. The successful candidate must possess strong organizational skills, the ability to multi-task, and the ability to meet deadlines; excellent communication skills; highly proficient with Windows-based software used by the firm; a typing speed of 70 wpm with high level of accuracy; and flexibility regarding work schedule and availability to work overtime. ## Compensation Where required by law, salary ranges are stated below. Additional compensation may include a discretionary bonus, overtime as applicable, health/welfare benefits, retirement contributions, paid holidays, and PTO. The range displayed is specifically for positions performed in those cities/states and may vary based on factors including but not limited to the following: local market data and ranges; an applicant's skills and prior relevant experience; and certain degrees, licensing, and certifications. California, CA salary range: $65k to $103k ## Who We Are At Morrison Foerster, our culture is defined by our deeds. We re passionate about what we do. We re equally passionate about how we do it. We resist hierarchies and operate within a model of respect for our colleagues, their ideas, and the differences that make us stronger. If you re ready to do the best work of your life, we encourage you to let us know! High School Diploma, Associate Degree preferred, 2 to 3 years of litigation recent legal secretarial experience, 3 years of administrative secretary experience, experience working in a large law firm preferred
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