Legal Secretary (Downtown Los Angeles)

Bankruptcy / Commercial Litigation Secretary

Location: Downtown Los Angeles - Fully in office role

LHH is assisting a well-established Southern California law firm in its search for a Bankruptcy / Commercial Litigation Secretary to support a busy litigation practice. This position is part of a collaborative legal support team and will play a critical role in managing active commercial litigation matters and providing day-to-day support to attorneys handling complex cases.

Role Overview

The Bankruptcy / Commercial Litigation Secretary will support attorneys through all phases of litigation, helping ensure matters move efficiently and deadlines are met. This individual will work closely with attorneys, clients, court personnel, and other legal professionals while maintaining exceptional organization and attention to detail.

Key responsibilities may include:

• Preparing, formatting, proofreading, and filing pleadings, motions, discovery, and correspondence
• Managing attorney calendars, court deadlines, hearings, depositions, and trial schedules
• Coordinating state and federal court filings
• Supporting document production, case management, and file organization
• Monitoring litigation deadlines and ensuring compliance with court rules
• Communicating with clients, opposing counsel, experts, and court personnel
• Assisting with trial preparation and other litigation support functions

Opportunity

This role offers an excellent opportunity to join a respected law firm with a stable practice and collegial culture. The successful candidate will enjoy:

• Exposure to sophisticated commercial litigation matters
• Direct collaboration with experienced attorneys
• A fast-paced and engaging legal environment
• Long-term career stability and growth opportunities
• A team-oriented and supportive workplace culture

Compensation & Benefits

• Annualized Salary $90,000- $110,000
• paid parking
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits

• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Professional development opportunities
• Additional firm-sponsored benefits and employee programs

Candidate Requirements

• At least 3 years of litigation legal secretary experience
• Commercial litigation experience strongly preferred
• Bankruptcy experience is a plus but not required
• Strong knowledge of state and federal court procedures and filing requirements
• Excellent organizational, communication, and time management skills
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal document management systems
• Ability to manage a high-volume workload and competing deadlines
• High school diploma required; additional legal education or certifications preferred

If you are interested in learning more about this confidential opportunity, please apply directly or connect with an LHH Legal recruiter. We are conducting a thoughtful, business-focused search process and welcome conversations with qualified candidates seeking the next step in their legal support career.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers

Pay Details: $90,000.00 to $110,000.00 per year

Search managed by: Crystal Villa

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.