Senior Legal Secretary

Primary Job Title: Senior Legal Secretary Alternate / Related Job Titles: Senior Litigation Legal Secretary Legal Secretary – Litigation Legal Administrative Assistant (Litigation) Legal Assistant – Court Filings Senior Legal Support Specialist Location & Onsite Flexibility: Oakland, CA — Hybrid (Required onsite 1 day per week at Oakland General Office) Residency Requirement: Local Bay Area candidates only (must reside near Oakland, CA) Contract Details Position Type: Contract Contract Duration: 6 Months Start: As Soon As Possible Pay Rate: $38–$40/hour Equipment Provided: Laptop Expense Reimbursement: Cell phone expenses reimbursable for pre-approved amounts with client approval Position Summary The Senior Legal Secretary provides high-level administrative and litigation support to attorneys, preparing legal documents, managing court filings, and maintaining complex calendars related to court appearances and regulatory proceedings. This role requires extensive litigation experience, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion. Top Priorities for This Role Heavy litigation experience as a legal secretary or legal assistant Strong word processing and document preparation background Excellent written and verbal communication skills Solid, consistent professional work history Key Responsibilities Prepare legal correspondence, templates, forms, pleadings, and e-filings on behalf of attorneys Ensure all legal documents and filings are accurate, complete, and compliant with court and regulatory requirements Manage and maintain complex legal calendars for court appearances, pleadings, hearings, depositions, meetings, and deadlines Review notices related to hearings, depositions, interviews, settlements, and conferences Ensure timely and accurate notifications to attorneys, witnesses, clients, and other relevant parties Transmit materials and correspondence to federal, state, and local courts and regulatory agencies Respond to and resolve escalated inquiries regarding cases, hearings, and proceedings Evaluate and recommend methods for information transmission, conversion, and dissemination Maintain strict confidentiality of attorney-client information Assess issues and provide recommendations or resolutions related to legal projects Required Skills & Qualifications Required Associate degree (AA/AS) or certificate/coursework in legal studies, office administration, or related field 4+ years of experience as a Legal Secretary, including litigation experience Experience working in a law firm or internal legal department Ability to type 55 words per minute Experience with litigation practices, legal research, discovery, and evidence handling Knowledge of federal, state, and local court and regulatory filing requirements Strong understanding of legal practices, court procedures, and regulatory guidelines Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint) Additional Strong legal writing and oral communication skills Ability to maintain discretion and client confidence at all times Benefits Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans 401k Retirement Fund About the Company Our client is a leading natural gas and electric energy company serving millions of customers across the United States. The organization is committed to reliable energy delivery, regulatory excellence, and creating a positive, community-focused work environment. About GTT GTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American-owned company based in Alaska. We value diverse and inclusive workplaces and partner with Fortune 500 organizations across the U.S. and Canada. We look forward to helping you take the next step in your career. Job Number: 26-00519