Legal Assistant

Min 5 yrs required

Full-time

No

No ,000 per year, depending on experience
Generous benefits, including 401(k) match
Currently offering hybrid work schedule, with the ability to work from home up to two days per week

Job Title: Legal Assistant (Litigation)

Experience: Five or more years working as a litigation legal assistant

Department: Litigation

Law Firm Seeking Experienced Legal Assistant for Litigation Department

The Law Firm of Anderson Kreiger is currently seeking an experienced legal assistant to join our team. This role will involve working with four or more attorneys across several departments, including litigation. We are looking for a highly organized and detail-oriented individual with a strong knowledge of Massachusetts state and federal rules of civil procedure.

Duties & Responsibilities:

As a legal assistant, you will be responsible for assisting attorneys with various tasks and ensuring the smooth operation of the litigation department. Your duties and responsibilities will include:

- Preparing and filing pleadings and motions in Massachusetts state, federal, and appeals courts, as well as federal district and appeals courts through ECF, including in other jurisdictions such as California and Washington .
- Performing administrative duties such as scheduling calendar hearings and deadlines, organizing case files, and managing logistics.
- Assisting with editing legal documents and drafting and editing correspondence.
- Opening new matters, drafting engagement letters, and processing check requests and reimbursement expenses.
- Entering attorney time as requested.
- Assisting with the preparation of RFPs and maintaining requirements of client contracts.
- Reviewing, editing, and sending out billing invoices in accordance with firm and client requirements.
- Managing, organizing, and maintaining documents in electronic filing systems.

Skills & Competencies:

To excel in this role, you should possess the following skills and competencies:

- Strong knowledge of Massachusetts state and federal rules of civil procedure.
- Experience with electronic filing and use of PACER.
- Commitment to high standards with a strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Proactive approach that anticipates needs and identifies solutions.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact with clients professionally and collaborate well with a team.
- Ability to multitask, prioritize, and handle a fast-paced environment with a positive attitude and minimal supervision.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite applications including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook.
- Experience with iManage is preferred.

Qualifications & Prior Experience:

The ideal candidate for this role will have the following qualifications and prior experience:

- Five or more years of experience working as a litigation legal assistant.
- A strong understanding of Massachusetts state and federal rules of civil procedure.
- Experience with electronic filing and use of PACER.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
- Bachelor's degree or paralegal certificate preferred.

Salary Information:

We offer a competitive salary range of $60,000 to $80,000 per year, depending on experience. In addition to salary, we also offer generous benefits, including a 401(k) match. Currently, we are offering a hybrid work schedule, with the ability to work from home up to two days per week.

Join Our Team:

If you are an experienced legal assistant looking for a challenging and rewarding role, we would love to hear from you. Please send your resume and cover letter to . We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other legally protected status. No phone calls, please.

In summary, the Law Firm of Anderson Kreiger is seeking an experienced legal assistant to join our team and work with four or more attorneys across different departments, including litigation. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of Massachusetts state and federal rules of civil procedure and experience with electronic filing and use of PACER. We offer a competitive salary range of $60,000 to $80,000 per year, generous benefits, and a hybrid work schedule with the ability to work from home up to two days per week. If you have five or more years of experience as a litigation legal assistant and possess the necessary skills and qualifications, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

401(k) match, hybrid work schedule.

Administrative duties, Legal document editing, Drafting and editing correspondence, Time entry, Electronic filing, Billing, Document management, Communication, Organization, Multi-tasking, Microsoft Office Suite, iManage.

Send resume and cover letter to .

Qualification and Experience At least five years of experience as a litigation legal assistant.

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