THIS IS NOT A REMOTE POSITION. APPLICANTS MUST BE ABLE TO COMMUTE TO THE OFFICE IN BOSTON, MA, IN PERSON 4 DAYS PER WEEK.
Location: Boston, MA | Hybrid – 1 remote day/week after training
Salary Range: $60K-$100K, commensurate with relevant experience
Schedule: Full-time | Monday-Friday, 9-5
Required: 2+ years of experience as a litigation legal assistant and knowledge of Massachusetts state and federal court procedures, filings, e-filing, and Rule 9A
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
A litigation law firm is seeking an experienced Legal Assistant to support its Civil and Criminal Litigation practice. This role provides administrative and case support throughout the lifecycle of litigation matters, from client intake and document management through discovery, court filings, and trial preparation.
Qualifications & Skills
- 2+ years of experience as a litigation legal assistant or in a similar litigation support role
- Knowledge of Massachusetts state and federal court procedures, filings, e-filing, and Rule 9A
- Experience with discovery, trial preparation, document management, and litigation deadlines
- Strong organizational, time management, and multitasking skills with attention to detail
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with document management, workflow, timekeeping, and billing software
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced litigation environment and collaborate with attorneys and other legal professionals
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare and file federal and state court documents, including e-filing and filings related to Massachusetts Rule 9A procedures
- Support trial preparation by organizing discovery, documents, exhibits, and pleadings binders, and coordinating witnesses
- Coordinate service of process, hand deliveries, depositions, court dates, conferences, and other litigation deadlines
- Maintain attorney calendars and schedule meetings with clients, opposing counsel, experts, and other parties
- Prepare and manage discovery documents; scan, upload, distribute, and organize electronic and paper case files
- Manage document management systems and maintain files according to established procedures
- Initiate client intake, run conflict checks, prepare engagement letters, and open new matters through the firm’s workflow system
- Monitor and respond to emails and assist with travel arrangements as needed
- Support attorneys with timekeeping, billing, and administrative tasks
Apply Today
Bring your litigation experience to a role where your organizational skills, attention to detail, and knowledge of legal procedures will directly support attorneys and active cases. Apply today to take the next step in your legal career.
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.
