Legal Support Specialist at Greenberg Traurig

Sacramento, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

21 Dec, 25

Salary

46.63

Posted On

22 Sep, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Legal Document Preparation, Scheduling, Travel Arrangements, Communication Skills, Problem Solving, Attention to Detail, Organizational Skills, Time Management, Interpersonal Skills, E-Filing, Document Management, Proofreading, Trial Preparation, Client Billing, Analytical Skills, Adaptability

Industry

Law Practice

Description

Greenberg Traurig (GT), a global law firm with locations across the world in 15 countries, has an exciting employment opportunity for you. We offer competitive compensation and an excellent benefits package, along with the opportunity to work within an innovative and collaborative environment. Join our Litigation Team as a Legal Support Specialist located in our Sacramento office. We are seeking a highly skilled secretarial and administrative support to five or more attorneys, who thrives in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. The ideal candidate possesses strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities, ensuring efficiency and accuracy in every task. With a dedicated work ethic and a can-do attitude, you will take initiative and approach challenges with confidence and resilience. Excellent communication skills are essential for collaborating effectively across teams and delivering exceptional client service. If you are someone who demonstrate initiatives, adaptability, and innovation, we invite you to join our team. This role will be based in our Silicon Valley office, on a hybrid basis. Regular in-office presence is required at a minimum of three days a week with our core days being Tuesday through Thursday. We may also require in-office presence for team meetings, training opportunities, and relationship building. This role reports to the Talent Services Manager. Position Summary This position provides high-level secretarial and administrative support to five or more attorneys. Candidate should also be flexible to work overtime as needed. Key Responsibilities Handles scheduling and travel arrangements. Schedules court appearances, depositions, arbitrations, mediations, client meetings and conference calls; arranges business itineraries and coordinates lawyers’ travel arrangements; processes travel reimbursement, maintains calendar and due dates for lawyers as required Sorts, reads and annotates incoming mail and documents as required. Types and composes general correspondence, memos, legal documents, faxes, reports, etc. from various sources. Responsible for accuracy and clarity of final copy. Ensures that all correspondence or other documentation is dispatched in a timely manner (via mail, messenger, express delivery services, etc.) Prepares draft documents such as briefs, complaints, motions, subpoenas, summonses, using firm templates and information from attorneys. Prepares motion binders and special working binders Coordinates multi-document filings in Federal, Circuit and State courts, including E-filings Establishes and maintains filing and records, in both hard copy and electronic formats. Enters lawyers’ time as needed and sends to accounting by month-end deadlines. Prepares client billing as required Oversees and conducts document reviews; prepares documentation regarding criteria changes; tracks and reports on review progress and results Performs analytical tasks, including preparing witness interview memoranda, reviewing and summarizing documents and deposition and court transcripts and creating and using substantive coding tools Performs and oversees proof reading of briefs and other legal documents Assists with trial preparation, including creating trial notebooks, identifying and organizing exhibits, coordinating witness schedules, maintaining trial calendars and communicating effectively with opposing counsel and courtroom staff Assists with printing, scanning, organizing exhibit binders, preparing UPS labels and certified letters Assists with other department activities as needed, and performs additional duties and responsibilities as assigned Qualifications Skills & Competencies Proficiency with rules for court document filings Comprehension of a variety of legal court documents, including complaints, answers, rulings, judgments, affidavits, motions, appeals, table of contents/authorities, subpoenas, court dockets, reports, memos and correspondence Strong ability to maintain high standards, use good judgment and seek out ways to contribute and anticipate needs Strong attention to detail, organizational skills and ability to manage time effectively Excellent interpersonal skills, communication skills and the ability to collaborate well in a team Position also requires the ability to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines Education & Prior Experience Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience preferred Minimum 3 years of experience as a legal secretary/assistant, working in a litigation or labor and employment law practice Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite applications including Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook, as well as document management and other office technologies, expertise in e-filing Exceptional computer skills with the ability to learn new software applications quickly Technology Proficiency with Windows-based software and Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook required Working knowledge of iManage and Concur The expected pay range for this position is: $35.08 to $46.63 per hour Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience, location, and other job-related factors permitted by law. Full time employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus, health insurance with an optional HSA, short term disability, long term disability, dental insurance, vision care, life insurance, Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, 401K, vacation, sick time, and an employee assistance program. Additional voluntary programs include: voluntary accident insurance, voluntary life, voluntary disability, voluntary long term care, voluntary critical illness and cancer insurance and pet insurance. Commuter and Transit programs may also be available in certain markets. GT is an EEO employer with an inclusive workplace committed to merit-based consideration and review without regard to an individual’s race, sex, or other protected characteristics and to the principles of non-discrimination on any protected basis. Global scale with street smarts With 49 locations, Greenberg Traurig's global network provides the platform clients need to operate in today's legal marketplace. Our team is recognized by rankings in current Chambers & Partners Guides in jurisdictions and practices around the world, based on thousands of interviews with practicing lawyers and clients. In addition, Greenberg Traurig is proud to have more lawyers listed in The Best Lawyers in America than any other law firm, a position we have held since 2008. From our humble beginnings in 1967 in South Florida, our focus has never been changed: serve clients better. Learn More Engagement, Culture & Opportunity Since 1967, we’ve built our firm by welcoming attorneys and professionals from all backgrounds who share our drive and commitment to excellence. GT thrives on the passion and drive of our people, emphasizing merit, innovation, belonging, and collaboration first. This commitment has been at the center of our story since our founding and has been essential to our and our client’s success. Learn More We are thankful for the trust our clients place in us and we are proud of being recognized for the service we provide. Learn More If you need a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact us by sending an email to hrrecruit@gtlaw.com. In your email please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting and a description of the position for which you are applying. If you have a disability that makes it difficult to express your interest in a job through our online application process, or if you require TTY/TDD assistance, please contact us to tell us about your needs.

Responsibilities

This position provides high-level secretarial and administrative support to five or more attorneys. Responsibilities include scheduling, travel arrangements, document preparation, and assisting with trial preparation.