A mid-sized education law firm specializing in representing school and community college districts is seeking a Legal Secretary with at least three years of law firm experience. The role involves preparing legal documents, correspondence, and court filings; managing complex calendaring and scheduling for attorneys; and coordinating administrative tasks such as travel arrangements, expense reports, and client fee agreements. Responsibilities also include proofreading and redlining documents, maintaining accurate client and administrative files, and creating presentations and PDFs.
The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, proactive, and organized, with excellent communication and follow-through skills. They should have the ability to manage multiple deadlines under pressure and work effectively within a team. Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and legal software, including CompuLaw and eFiling systems, is required. Prior litigation experience is preferred, with a background in education law being a plus.
A high school diploma or GED is required, along with a minimum of three years of legal secretarial experience. This position offers a salary range of $68,000โ$91,000, commensurate with experience.