Legal Administrative Assistant (Legal Secretary)

Legal Administrative Assistant (Legal Secretary), Boston, MA (100% In-Office), Supporting Commercial Litigation & Business PracticeThis Jobot Job is hosted by: Kevin ShilneyAre you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Quick Apply" buttonand sending us your resume.Salary: $80,000 - $110,000 per yearA bit about us:Founded decades ago and based in Boston, with offices across the country, we are a full-service national law firm with a growing Boston presence and a strong commercial litigation and business practice. Our legal administrative professionals are real contributors here, not just support staff, and we invest in the right people for the long haul. If you're experienced, detail-driven, and ready to be part of a team that actually values what you bring to the table, this is a great place to build your career.Why join us?

• Competitive Compensation: $80,000 to $110,000 base salary (DOE)
• 401(k) Benefits
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, AD&D, Short & Long-Term Disability
• Paid Time Off & Sick Time
• Parking/Transit Reimbursement
• ID Theft Insurance & Employee Assistance Program
• Referral Bonus Program
• 100% In-Office, Boston Location
• Tremendous opportunity for career growth within a top-tier, expanding national firm

Job Details

• Provide comprehensive legal administrative support to Commercial Litigation and Business practice attorneys
• Manage State and Federal Court e-filings in compliance with local and state court rules
• Open new matters as requested by attorneys and maintain all relevant document inclusions for each file
• Manage attorney calendars, deadlines, and travel schedules with precision
• Draft, proofread, and format legal documents, correspondence, and court filings
• Assist with billing projects, reviews, and related administrative tasks
• Handle confidential and sensitive client information with discretion at all times
• Anticipate attorney needs, resolve issues independently, and keep matters moving without being asked
• Maintain strong working relationships with attorneys, co-workers, and clients through clear and professional communication
• Perform and prioritize multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced, high-volume environment

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree preferred
• Minimum 5 years of litigation experience as a legal administrative assistant or legal secretary required
• Must be well-versed in State and Federal Court e-filing procedures
• Strong understanding of legal terminology, court procedures, and local and state court rules
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, with particular expertise in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Ability to manage files, open matters, and maintain organized and complete document records
• Strong proofreading, typing, and written communication skills
• Proven ability to work independently, anticipate needs, and resolve issues without escalation
• Management or supervisory experience is a plus
• Must be able to handle confidential and sensitive information with professionalism and integrity

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