Job description
We are an established personal injury law firm dealing with catastrophic and serious injury cases seeking a full-time Bilingual (English and Spanish) Legal Secretary.
Summary: Strategically supports attorneys in their practice by assisting with gathering, analyzing, and organizing information; drafting legal pleadings, discovery summaries and responses, motions, and other documents.
Legal Secretary Responsibilities:
- Drafts legal documents including but not limited to discovery motions, summary judgement motions, appellate briefs, affidavits, memoranda, and letters.
- Investigates factual information to respond to litigation discovery requests or other information inquiries.
- Performs legal research and analysis, both manually and on computers; compiles, analyzes, and summarizes data.
- Assistance with Spanish translation and dictation.
- Manages cases and files; organizes and maintains files.
- Performs factual and technical investigation and analysis of case issues.
- Assists in all phases of case preparation including discovery and trial. Prepares for and attends trials.
- Reviews and finalizes litigation budgets with outside counsel.
- Prepares jury instructions and trial binders; coordinates trial exhibits. Monitors legal fees, budgets, and project status.
- Provides general logistical help and supports the maintenance of legal files.
Legal Secretary Requirements:
- Legal Secretary experience required (1 year).
- Can type at least 50 WPM.
- Individual must be organized and must have the ability to multitask.
- Experience in Personal injury law preferred.
- Bilingual (English/Spanish)
As a Legal Secretary at Makkabi Law Group, you’ll work closely with a dynamic team of experienced trial attorneys and legal professionals with diverse backgrounds and deep expertise in personal injury law. In this role, you’ll play a crucial part in managing complex, high-value cases—from organizing and maintaining case files to preparing legal documents and supporting attorneys through discovery and trial. You’ll gain firsthand exposure to serious and catastrophic injury litigation while ensuring accuracy and efficiency in all aspects of case preparation. Our fast-paced, bilingual team values precision, initiative, and strategic thinking, and we foster a collaborative culture built on mentorship, continuous learning, and professional growth. If you’re looking to grow your legal career while working on meaningful cases with a knowledgeable and respected trial team, this is the opportunity for you.
COMPENSATION: Commensurate with experience with many benefits including but not limited to generous bonus program, Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Health Insurance, and parking.
Job Type: Full-time
Thank you in advance.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $26.00 - $40.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Experience:
- Legal Secretary: 1 year (Required)
- Personal Injury Law: 2 years (Preferred)
Language:
- Spanish (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Beverly Hills, CA 90212 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Beverly Hills, CA 90212: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person