Boston, MA, 02133, USA
3 days ago
Legal Assistant - Litigation
Description Robert Half Legal Permanent Placement is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Legal Assistant to provide comprehensive administrative support to a team of at least three attorneys with our Boston client law firm. This role requires exceptional communication skills, a proactive approach, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced legal environment. The ideal candidate will be adept at handling confidential information with discretion and professionalism. Hybrid schedule. Responsibilities: + Administrative Support: + Manage complex attorney calendars using Microsoft Outlook, including scheduling meetings, coordinating travel arrangements, and resolving scheduling conflicts. + Prepare and process legal documents, correspondence, and reports, ensuring accuracy and adherence to firm standards. + Handle incoming and outgoing mail, including scanning and electronic filing. + Maintain and organize physical and electronic files, ensuring efficient retrieval and storage of information. + Manage client fee agreements, intake sheets, and conflict check database. + Input and update client information in the firm's CRM database. + Monitor client fee agreements to secure necessary signatures and distribute copies to relevant parties. + Prepare and submit expense reports using the Chrome River system. + Assist with office management tasks, such as ordering food and coordinating facilities requests. + Billing and Timekeeping: + Accurately record attorney time entries and prepare monthly billing statements. + Review and revise billing statements for accuracy and completeness. + Coordinate with the billing manager to ensure timely and accurate billing processes. + Client Communication: + Communicate professionally and effectively with clients, attorneys, and staff, both verbally and in writing. + Provide timely updates and information to clients regarding their cases. + Special Projects: + Assist attorneys with special projects as needed, including research, document review, and trial preparation. Requirements Qualifications: + Education: + Recent college graduates and current law school students are encouraged to apply. + Preferred: Associate's degree or equivalent work experience. Paralegal certificate preferred. + Experience: + 5+ years of experience + 2-5 years of administrative/office experience preferred. 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. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. 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. © 2025 Robert Half. Robert Half is not a law firm and does not provide legal representation. Robert Half project lawyers do not constitute a law firm among themselves. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .
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