Job Description
Job DescriptionWe are looking for a dedicated Legal Assistant to join our team in Boston, Massachusetts. This is a long-term contract position where you will play a crucial role in supporting multiple partners, including three shareholding partners. Your expertise in legal processes and administrative assistance will be essential to ensuring the smooth operation of daily tasks and client matters.
Responsibilities:
• Manage and maintain calendars for multiple partners, ensuring schedules are organized and conflicts are avoided.
• Proofread legal documents to ensure accuracy and compliance with relevant standards.
• Handle document management tasks, including using NetDocs for efficient organization and retrieval.
• Prepare motions and pleadings for civil litigation cases.
• Coordinate and schedule events, meetings, and appointments.
• Perform e-filing and court filings with precision and timeliness.
• Provide administrative assistance to attorneys, ensuring their needs are met effectively.
• Utilize tools such as LexisNexis and Clio to support legal research and case management.
• Assist attorneys in preparing for hearings and trials.
• Communicate professionally with clients, courts, and other stakeholders as needed.• Proven experience in civil litigation support and legal assistant roles.
• Proficiency in e-filing and court filing processes.
• Strong skills in calendar management and scheduling.
• Familiarity with document management systems such as NetDocs.
• Competence in using legal research tools like LexisNexis and case management software like Clio.
• Exceptional attention to detail and proofreading abilities.
• Effective communication and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Office 365 applications for daily tasks.