Litigation Secretary Jobs
Litigation Secretary jobs are open across law firms, corporate legal departments, and government agencies, from entry-level to senior legal secretary, with specializations in civil litigation, e-discovery support, and trial preparation. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Mintzer Sarowitz Zeris & Willis PLLC is seeking an experienced Civil Litigation Insurance Defense Legal Secretary for our growing Melville, New York, practice. Candidates must be highly motivated with no less than four (4) years’ experience in New York Civil Litigation and Trial practice. The successful candidate will be a self-starter who can work independently and reliably with a busy caseload. You’ll work with friendly, collegial attorneys and staff in a family environment. This opportunity is 100% onsite.
Legal Assistant Responsibilities:
- E-filing/e-courtesy in both State and Federal Courts.
- Supporting a minimum of two attorneys
- Preparing cases for trial (compiling exhibits, complying with trial orders, etc.)
- Reviewing documents for time-sensitive information.
- Calendaring, maintaining the electronic tickler system.
- Managing deadlines, profiling documents, and file maintenance/organization.
- Scheduling client meetings, depositions, hearings, CMEs, and mediations.
- Billing attorney’s time.
Legal Assistant Qualification:
- High School Diploma/GED or higher education.
- Minimum 4 years of third-party insurance defense experience.
- Minimum 4 years of trial experience/FL civil litigation experience.
- Knowledge of PracticeMaster and NetDocuments is a plus
- Microsoft Office, Outlook Calendaring, and ECF Filing (State with Federal Plus)
- Experience working with carrier guidelines and carrier reporting/vendor requirements.
- Must be able to work in a high-volume caseload atmosphere.
- Must have excellent oral and communication skills.
- Must be able to work in a team-oriented environment
- Excellent organization skills, critical thinking skills, and ability to multitask.
Benefits:
- Medical, Dental, Vision, STD
- Life Insurance, 401K Retirement Plan
- Paid Time Off
- Competitive Salary
Come and join a supportive, team-centered firm where success and growth are cultivated and celebrated!
Mintzer Sarowitz Zeris & Willis PLLC is an equal-opportunity employer at www.defensecounsel.com.
Apply Today!
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Are you open to 100% onsite opportunity?
Experience:
- Calendar management: 4 years (Required)
- E-Filing: 4 years (Required)
- Legal drafting: 4 years (Required)
- Scheduling: 4 years (Required)
Location:
- Melville, NY 11747 (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Melville, NY 11747 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Mintzer Sarowitz Zeris & Willis PLLC is seeking an experienced Civil Litigation Insurance Defense Legal Secretary for our growing Melville, New York, practice. Candidates must be highly motivated with no less than four (4) years’ experience in New York Civil Litigation and Trial practice. The successful candidate will be a self-starter who can work independently and reliably with a busy caseload. You’ll work with friendly, collegial attorneys and staff in a family environment. This opportunity is 100% onsite.
Legal Assistant Responsibilities:
- E-filing/e-courtesy in both State and Federal Courts.
- Supporting a minimum of two attorneys
- Preparing cases for trial (compiling exhibits, complying with trial orders, etc.)
- Reviewing documents for time-sensitive information.
- Calendaring, maintaining the electronic tickler system.
- Managing deadlines, profiling documents, and file maintenance/organization.
- Scheduling client meetings, depositions, hearings, CMEs, and mediations.
- Billing attorney’s time.
Legal Assistant Qualification:
- High School Diploma/GED or higher education.
- Minimum 4 years of third-party insurance defense experience.
- Minimum 4 years of trial experience/FL civil litigation experience.
- Knowledge of PracticeMaster and NetDocuments is a plus
- Microsoft Office, Outlook Calendaring, and ECF Filing (State with Federal Plus)
- Experience working with carrier guidelines and carrier reporting/vendor requirements.
- Must be able to work in a high-volume caseload atmosphere.
- Must have excellent oral and communication skills.
- Must be able to work in a team-oriented environment
- Excellent organization skills, critical thinking skills, and ability to multitask.
Benefits:
- Medical, Dental, Vision, STD
- Life Insurance, 401K Retirement Plan
- Paid Time Off
- Competitive Salary
Come and join a supportive, team-centered firm where success and growth are cultivated and celebrated!
Mintzer Sarowitz Zeris & Willis PLLC is an equal-opportunity employer at www.defensecounsel.com.
Apply Today!
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Are you open to 100% onsite opportunity?
Experience:
- Calendar management: 4 years (Required)
- E-Filing: 4 years (Required)
- Legal drafting: 4 years (Required)
- Scheduling: 4 years (Required)
Location:
- Melville, NY 11747 (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Melville, NY 11747 (Required)
Work Location: In person
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in litigation secretary jobs.
- Three or more years of litigation support experience in a law firm or legal department
- Proficiency with CM/ECF federal court e-filing and state court e-filing portals
- Strong knowledge of civil procedure, court rules, and deadline calculation methods
- Experience with legal practice management software such as iManage, NetDocuments, or Clio
- Accurate typing speed of at least 65 words per minute with high attention to detail
- Associate degree, paralegal certificate, or equivalent vocational legal training preferred
Tips for Your Litigation Secretary Job Search
Tailor your resume to court procedures
Highlight specific court systems you've worked in, such as state superior courts or federal district courts, and name the case management software you've used. Generic legal assistant language won't stand out in a litigation secretary search.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists litigation secretary openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
List your e-filing credentials explicitly
Many firms require hands-on experience with CM/ECF, state e-filing portals, or both. Put these credentials near the top of your skills section so hiring managers don't have to hunt for them.
Target firms by litigation volume
Boutique litigation firms often need secretaries who handle end-to-end docket management, while large firms may need specialists for one practice group. Matching your experience level to the firm's structure sharpens your application.
Prepare for skills-based screening interviews
Expect interviewers to test you on deadline calculations, service-of-process rules, or how you'd handle a last-minute filing emergency. Walk through a real scenario from your experience instead of giving a theoretical answer.
Negotiate duties before you accept
Litigation secretary roles vary widely in scope. Before accepting an offer, confirm whether you'll own docket management, handle attorney calendaring, or support multiple timekeepers, so the day-to-day matches what you prepared for.
Litigation Secretary Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most litigation secretarys?
Greenberg Traurig, Mintzer Sarowitz Zeris & Willis PLLC, and Benkie Crawford are hiring the most litigation secretarys right now, with openings concentrated in California, New York, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is highest at full-service and boutique litigation firms with active trial dockets.
How many litigation secretary jobs are remote?
About 27% of litigation secretary openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, though fully remote roles remain less common than in many other legal support positions. Tasks tied to physical file handling, court runner duties, and in-person attorney support keep most roles at least partially on-site.
How do you become a litigation secretary?
Start by completing a legal secretary or paralegal certificate program to build a foundation in civil procedure, court filing rules, and legal document formatting. Next, gain hands-on experience with e-filing systems and case management software through an entry-level legal administrative role. Earning a Accredited Legal Professional credential through NALS strengthens your candidacy, as does building familiarity with the specific court system where you want to work.
How do you get a litigation secretary job with little or no experience?
Focus on roles labeled legal secretary trainee or legal administrative assistant, which often provide on-the-job training in docket management and court procedures. Demonstrating fast, accurate typing, strong organizational skills, and even basic familiarity with legal terminology will help you stand out. Volunteering with a legal aid clinic or completing a certificate program that includes court-filing exercises gives you concrete examples to reference in interviews.
What does the litigation secretary interview process look like?
Most litigation secretary interviews include an initial phone screen with HR, followed by an in-person or video interview with the supervising attorney or office administrator. Expect a practical skills assessment covering typing speed, deadline calculation under court rules, or proofreading a legal document for errors. Final rounds at larger firms may include a brief meeting with a senior partner or legal administrator before an offer is extended.
Where can I find and apply to litigation secretary jobs?
You can find and apply to litigation secretary jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that fit your experience level and practice area, then apply directly to each one that matches.
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