Legal Secretary at Porter Scott

Sacramento, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

09 May, 26

Salary

40.0

Posted On

08 Feb, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Organizational Skills, Time Management, Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, NetDocuments, DocuSign, Virtual Meeting Platforms, Court Rules Knowledge, Written Communication, Verbal Communication, Attention to Detail, Confidentiality, Team Collaboration

Industry

Law Practice

Description

Job DetailsJob Location: Sacramento, CA 95815Salary Range: $30.00 - $40.00 HourlyPorter Scott is seeking an experienced Legal Secretary to support assigned attorneys and partners in a fast-paced litigation environment. This role is critical to the firm’s daily operations and requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting strict deadlines. Key Responsibilities Manage attorney calendars, including scheduling meetings, depositions, mediations, hearings, client conferences, and travel Track court deadlines, appearances, and statutory limitations to ensure compliance Prepare, format, proofread, finalize, and file legal documents, including pleadings, motions, briefs, correspondence, and court forms Ensure all filings comply with state and federal court rules, formatting requirements, and confidentiality standards Handle electronic filing and service with courts and parties Maintain organized electronic case files in NetDocuments, including accurate labeling and flowsheets Monitor court dockets and save incoming filings and client materials Serve as a primary point of contact for clients, court personnel, and legal professionals Coordinate logistics for meetings, court appearances, and travel Assist with new matter intake, file opening, calendaring, billing coordination, and expense processing when assigned to a partner Route billing statements and invoices for timely processing Perform other duties as assigned Qualifications Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage competing deadlines Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, NetDocuments, DocuSign, and virtual meeting platforms Working knowledge of state and federal court rules and filing procedures Excellent written and verbal communication skills High attention to detail and ability to maintain confidentiality Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment Qualifications

Responsibilities

The Legal Secretary will manage attorney calendars, track court deadlines, and prepare legal documents. They will also serve as a primary point of contact for clients and coordinate logistics for meetings and court appearances.