Location: Boston, MA | Hybrid
Salary Range: $80K-$100K
Schedule: Full-time | Monday-Friday, 9-5 | Non-exempt
Required: High school diploma or equivalent and 3+ years of experience as a litigation legal assistant
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. This position is not eligible for employer-sponsored work authorization now or in the future.
About the Opportunity
Our client, a respected law firm, is seeking an experienced Legal Administrative Assistant to support its fast-paced Civil Litigation practice. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented, organized professional with strong knowledge of litigation procedures, court filings, and legal administrative support.
Qualifications & Skills
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- 3+ years of experience as a litigation legal assistant
- Working knowledge of federal and state court filings and e-filing procedures
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
- Experience with document management, workflow, timekeeping, and billing software
- Strong understanding of legal documents, litigation procedures, discovery, and case management
- Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize multiple deadlines
- Strong written and verbal communication skills and exceptional attention to detail
- Ability to adapt to changing priorities while maintaining accuracy and productivity
- Demonstrated accountability, initiative, professionalism, and discretion when handling confidential information
- Collaborative, solutions-oriented approach and the ability to work effectively as part of a legal team
Key Job Functions
- Support attorneys throughout the civil litigation process, including case management, discovery, court filings, and trial preparation
- Prepare and coordinate federal and state court filings, including e-filing, with knowledge of applicable court rules and procedures
- Assist with trial preparation by organizing discovery and case documents, preparing exhibits and pleadings binders, and coordinating witnesses
- Apply knowledge of 9A procedures, Rules of Court, and litigation requirements as applicable
- Coordinate service of process, hand deliveries, and other case-related documents
- Manage attorney calendars by scheduling client meetings, conferences, depositions, court dates, and meetings with opposing counsel and experts
- Monitor and respond to emails and assist with travel arrangements as needed
- Support document management by preparing, scanning, uploading, distributing, and electronically and physically filing case documents in accordance with established procedures
- Assist with discovery preparation and maintain accurate case files and records
- Initiate client intake, conduct conflict checks, prepare engagement letters, and open new matters through the firm’s workflow system
- Enter and maintain information in document management, workflow, timekeeping, and billing systems
- Provide additional administrative and case support as needed
Apply Today
Apply today to take the next step in your legal career and be considered for this Civil Litigation Legal Assistant opportunity.
Founded in 1969, JOHNLEONARD, a woman-owned business, is the premier staffing choice in Boston and beyond. We provide Temporary/Contract, Direct Hire, Temp-to-Hire, and Payroll services as part of our comprehensive service offerings. JOHNLEONARD is an equal opportunity employer committed to representation, belonging, and accessibility in the workplace. All applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
