Job Details

Job Title: Litigation Secretary/Paralegal
Location: Orange County, CA

Direct Counsel is representing a reputable law firm in Orange County seeking an experienced Litigation Secretary to support attorneys handling education law, employment, personal injury, public records, and government claims matters.
Key Responsibilities

• Reports to one of the main Partners
• 60% Litigation Secretary and 40% Paralegal work
• Draft, revise, and proofread pleadings, motions, discovery, and administrative filings
• E-file in state and federal courts
• Assist with agency filings, including the Office of Administrative Hearings and Public Employment Relations Board
• Maintain litigation calendars and track statutes of limitation and government claim deadlines
• Organize case files and assist with trial and administrative hearing preparation
• Draft routine correspondence and coordinate with school district administrators and board personnel

Qualifications

• 5+ years of litigation experience (education law or public agency experience strongly preferred)
• Paralegal Certificate or eligibility for declaration
• Strong knowledge of court rules and administrative hearing procedures
• Familiarity with the California Public Records Act and Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) a plus
• Tech Savy and Proficient in Microsoft Office, Adobe, and legal document management systems
• Excellent organizational, proofreading, and communication skills
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

Hybrid work arrangement for qualified employees: 1 day per week after 60 days; 2 days per week after 120 days

Compensation: $85,000-$95,000 annually (DOE) + Annual Bonus
Benefits: Full comprehensive benefits package

This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented litigation professional seeking a stable, collaborative environment with competitive compensation and full benefits.