Scheduling Specialist

Strategic Legal Practices

Posted 2 months ago

Full Time

Los Angeles, California

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The Scheduling Specialist manages and monitors court dockets across California to track hearings, deadlines, and trial settings. They also coordinate attorney appearances and work with third-party legal vendors to ensure litigation operations run smoothly.

Qualifications

We are seeking a detail-oriented Scheduling Specialist to manage court dockets and coordinate attorney appearances for a fast-paced litigation environment. The ideal candidate will possess excellent organizational and communication skills, with a high school diploma or equivalent; an Associate's or Bachelor's degree is preferred. This role requires managing multiple priorities and working directly with partners and senior counsel.

Job Description

The Scheduling Specialist plays a critical role in supporting litigation operations at Strategic Legal Practices by ensuring court-related scheduling is accurate, timely, and fully coordinated. This position works directly with partners and senior counsel on a daily basis and serves as a central point of coordination for hearings, depositions, and trial matters across California. Responsibilities include managing and monitoring court dockets statewide, confirming hearings and depositions are proceeding as scheduled, coordinating attorney appearances, tracking cases approaching trial, and working with third-party legal vendors essential to litigation operations. The role provides high-volume legal administrative and scheduling support within a fast-paced litigation environment.

  • Manage and monitor court dockets for counties across California to track hearings, deadlines, and trial settings
  • Schedule and confirm attorney appearances for all hearings and depositions, ensuring accuracy and full coverage
  • Work with third-party legal vendors essential to litigation and legal operations
  • Confirm hearings and depositions are proceeding as scheduled and accurately document continuances
  • Track cases approaching trial and maintain accurate scheduling records
  • Work directly with the firm’s partner and senior counsel attorneys daily
  • Provide high-volume legal administrative and scheduling support within a litigation environment
  • High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred.
  • Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
  • Strong attention to detail with a proactive, problem-solving approach.
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced legal environment.

We’re committed to supporting the well-being and success of our team through a robust and thoughtfully designed benefits package, including:

  • 401(k) with Employer Match – Plan for your future with confidence and company support.
  • Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance – Comprehensive coverage to keep you and your family healthy.
  • Short-Term, Long-Term Disability & Life Insurance – Financial protection for life’s unexpected events.
  • Paid Parking – Convenient and covered, so you can focus on your day.
  • Generous Paid Time Off – Ample time to rest, recharge, and take care of personal matters.
  • Employee Referral Program – Earn rewards for introducing talented individuals to our team.
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Confidential resources for personal and professional support.
  • Employee Discount Program – Access to exclusive savings on a variety of products and services.
  • $28-$30/hr

Strategic Legal Practices

Strategic Legal Practices in one of the largest litigation firms within California, representing clients in a range of consumer protection and civil litigation matters. Our Firm measures our success by how well our clients do. We are armed with a group of experienced attorneys, led by one of the most successful Lemon Law and Consumer Fraud litigators in California. The best predictor of performance is our record of achievement. We are proud to have successfully helped thousands of clients in their pursuit against car manufacturers. Our success rate is unmatched by any other Firm. The Firm is based in Los Angeles and practices throughout the state of California. Lots of law firms advertise that they handle cases under California’s lemon law. So, why should you choose Strategic Legal Practices to help you? Visit our website!
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