Legal Assistant

Robert Half • Southborough, MA • 2h ago

Description

Our client, a successful full-service law firm, is seeking a Legal Administrative Assistant to support their busy Litigation team. This position is suited to someone who brings sound judgment, strong organizational ability, and a service-focused approach to daily legal support work. The ideal candidate is comfortable working closely with attorneys and colleagues across offices while maintaining accuracy, professionalism, and responsiveness in a collaborative environment.

Location: Southborough, MA

Schedule: Hybrid (4 days in office,1 day remote)

Salary: $66,000 - $85,000 (depending on experience)

Hours: 8:30am - 5:00pm (40-hour work week, 1 hour lunch)

Responsibilities:

Coordinate and manage attorneys' calendars, including scheduling appointments, meetings, court appearances, and travel arrangements.

Draft, proofread, edit, and format legal documents, correspondence, and reports while ensuring accuracy, consistency, and attention to detail.

Support attorneys with case management activities by organizing, maintaining, and updating case files and related documentation.

Prepare and process legal documents, including pleadings, motions, e-filings, and correspondence, ensuring compliance with court rules and legal procedures.

Maintain both electronic and physical filing systems, ensuring records are organized, up-to-date, and readily accessible.

Assist with billing and invoicing functions, including time entry, invoice preparation, and responding to client billing inquiries.

Provide administrative support by answering and directing phone calls, welcoming clients and visitors, and managing incoming and outgoing mail.

Collaborate with and provide backup support to other legal administrative professionals as needed to ensure seamless office operations.

Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned to support attorneys and the overall needs of the firm.

Requirements

Requirements:

4 or more years of experience, with a strong focus on litigation support.

Bachelor's degree preferred; equivalent combination of education and relevant experience will be considered.

Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, meet competing deadlines, and maintain exceptional organizational standards in a fast-paced environment.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality work.

Proven client service orientation with the ability to interact professionally and effectively with attorneys, clients, court personnel, and colleagues.

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint. Familiarity with document formatting and template management tools and document management systems such as NetDocuments preferred.

Ability to exercise sound judgment, maintain strict confidentiality, and handle sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.

Adaptable, resourceful, and eager to learn new technologies, processes, and responsibilities in a dynamic legal environment.

Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

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All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

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