Legal Secretary / Paralegal - Employment Litigation
Direct CounselCalifornia, United States
Posted February 10, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
Direct Counsel is a full-service legal staffing and recruiting firm that specializes in both temporary and permanent placements across the United States. Leveraging deep local market knowledge, the company excels at sourcing, retaining, and deploying top-tier attorneys, paralegals, legal secretaries, and administrative professionals on short-term, long-term, and direct-hire engagements. Its comprehensive suite of services—including specialized searches, talent building, and legal assistance—ensures clients receive highly qualified legal talent tailored to their specific needs. Direct Counsel’s distinctive advantage lies in its proven ability to quickly match clients with the right professionals, thereby enhancing operational efficiency and legal team performance.
Job Description
Legal Secretary / Paralegal needed for employment litigation team. Experience with drafting legal documents, conducting research, and managing case files required.
Requirements
- 3-5 years of litigation support experience
- Working knowledge of California and federal court rules and procedures
- Strong drafting skills, particularly with motions and discovery
- Proficiency with legal practice management software (e.g., FileVine, Clio) and Microsoft Office Suite