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Legal Assistant – Litigation
Boston (Financial District)
Base Salary: $75,000 - $95,000
4 Days In Office Weekly
A premier and top ranked Boston litigation firm is seeking a Legal Assistant (Litigation) to join its highly regarded team. This is an excellent opportunity to work closely with elite trial attorneys on sophisticated civil and criminal matters in a fast-paced, high-performance environment.
This role offers far more than traditional administrative support. The right candidate will be actively involved in cases, managing deadlines, assisting with filings, supporting trial preparation, and serving as a true right hand to attorneys.
Why This Role Stands Out
- Join one of Boston’s most respected boutique litigation firms
- Work directly with elite trial attorneys on high-stakes matters
- Meaningful involvement in cases from start to finish
- Strong reputation for retention and professional culture
- Well-rounded benefits package
- Stable, one-office platform with respected leadership
What You’ll Do
- Manage calendars, litigation deadlines, hearings, and depositions
- Review court dockets and obtain court records
- Assist with discovery, pleadings, exhibits, and trial binders
- Coordinate witnesses, service of process, and case logistics
- Support client intake, conflicts checks, engagement letters, and matter opening
- Handle state and federal court e-filing
- Maintain organized electronic and paper files
- Serve as a key day-to-day support partner to attorneys
What We’re Looking For
- 2 years of litigation legal assistant or litigation paralegal experience
- Current or recent law firm experience strongly preferred
- Hands-on state and federal e-filing experience required
- Strong calendaring and deadline management skills
- Experience reviewing court records and dockets
- Trial prep support experience is a plus
- Ability to support multiple attorneys in a fast-paced practice
- Strong communication, multitasking, and organizational skills
Salary : $75,000 - $95,000