Litigation Legal Secretary

The Litigation Legal Secretary will provide high-level support to a team of four litigation attorneys (1 partner and 3 associates). The role offers the rare opportunity to learn from and transition with the current secretary, who is retiring after significant tenure in the role and will assist during onboarding and a key litigation matter.

Client Details

This role is with a prominent law firm in Stamford. CT This position requires deep experience in Connecticut litigation and court filings, particularly in State, Federal, and Bankruptcy courts. The work is deadline-driven and often time-sensitive, making strong organization, dependability, and composure under pressure essential traits.

Description

• Provide comprehensive administrative and litigation support to a four-attorney team

• Draft, revise, and finalize legal documents and court filings

• Electronically file pleadings and motions in Connecticut State, Federal, and Bankruptcy courts

• Maintain attorney calendars and coordinate meetings, hearings, and deadlines

• Manage outgoing correspondence (FedEx, UPS, USPS)

• Organize and maintain both physical and electronic legal files

• Perform time entry for attorneys and coordinate with billing for invoice preparation

• Notarize or witness documents as needed

• Work overtime when required, particularly near filing deadlines

Profile

• 10+ years of experience as a legal secretary, with at least 5 years supporting litigation attorneys

• Strong working knowledge of Connecticut court systems and e-filing procedures

• Exceptionally organized, detail-oriented, and calm under pressure

• Comfortable juggling multiple priorities in a busy litigation practice

• Able to work independently while maintaining a proactive and collaborative attitude

• Familiarity with paralegal duties is a plus (hybrid skillset welcome)

• Must be onsite daily, Monday-Friday, with availability until at least 5:00 PM

Training Available but experience with the following is a plus

• Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)

• Legal document and timekeeping software (e.g., iManage, Aderant, GEMS, Olympus)

• Online research tools (Westlaw, LexisNexis)

• Expense systems (ChromeRiver)

Job Offer

• Salary: $70,000-$90,000

• Schedule: 35-hour work week (9:00 AM - 5:00 PM)

• Overtime: Non-exempt and eligible for paid OT (often needed)

• Time Off: 25 PTO days per year

• Benefits: Comprehensive and competitive

This is a rare chance to step into a long-standing role with strong mentorship and a clear transition path. If you bring depth in litigation support and thrive in deadline-driven environments, we encourage you to apply today.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.