Job Description
Job DescriptionJob Title: Legal Secretary – Transactional
Location: Downtown San Diego
Employment Type: Full Time
Base Salary: $90,000 to $115,000/year Based on experienceAbout the Role
We are hiring two experienced Legal Secretaries to support a high-volume transactional Partner in a specialized practice group focused on commercial, regulatory, and government-facing matters.
This is not litigation and not an entry-level admin role. You must be comfortable supporting senior attorneys, managing complex documents, and handling multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment with minimal oversight.
This role is best suited for a senior legal secretary with strong transactional document experience or a legal assistant who has supported partners in corporate, real estate, regulatory, or government practices.
Available Schedules
These are set schedules. Please only apply if one works for you.
- Monday–Friday | 7:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
- Tuesday–Saturday | 11:30 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Indicate your preferred schedule when applying.
Must-Have Experience
You should have 7+ years of legal support experience, including:
- Drafting, formatting, and proofreading transactional documents, agreements, resolutions, memoranda, and correspondence
- Preparing signature packets, deal documents, and closing binders
- Supporting partners or senior attorneys in transactional, regulatory, or government-facing practices
- Managing complex calendars and coordinating meetings with clients and agencies
- Strong document management and attention to detail
- Stable work history and ability to handle shifting priorities
Required:
- Transactional, corporate, regulatory, government, or real estate practice experience
- Strong document-handling and organization skills
Preferred:
- Experience working with government agencies or regulatory matters
- Exposure to finance, leasing, economic development, or commercial transactions
What You’ll Do
- Support a Partner handling complex transactional and regulatory matters
- Draft, proofread, and format agreements, resolutions, and related documents
- Prepare and manage closing binders and execution packets
- Coordinate communications with tribal governments, agencies, and outside parties
- Manage calendars, meetings, and deadlines
- Organize due diligence materials and maintain matter files
- Handle expense reports, administrative tasks, and travel logistics
Why This Role Makes Sense
- Hybrid schedule with defined hours
- Stable, well-run practice group
- High-impact transactional and regulatory work
- Clear expectations and structure
- Long-term stability and strong firm culture
Compensation & Benefits
- Base Salary: $90,000 – $115,000 (Based off of experience level)
- Performance-based bonuses
- Medical, dental, and vision (HMO/PPO options)
- FSA / HSA options
- 401(k) profit-sharing program
- Generous PTO and firm holidays
- Employee Assistance Program and wellness incentives
How to Apply
If you are an experienced Legal Secretary with transactional or regulatory experience, apply directly here OR email me.
If emailing, your subject line must be:
Legal Secretary – Transactional (San Diego)
Please include:
- Resume
- Preferred schedule
This helps me review quickly and move you forward without delay.
If you’ve supported busy partners, handled transactional documents, and want a structured role with real responsibility, let’s talk.