Evening Legal Assistant

Johnleonard; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

JOHN LEONARD in Boston seeks an Evening Legal Assistant to provide after-hours support across litigation, corporate and wealth management practice areas. You will prepare complex legal documents, support case and transaction activities, and help ensure seamless legal operations in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires 5+ years of Legal Assistant experience, expert MS Office skills, and strong attention to detail.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of Legal Assistant experience required.
• Experience supporting corporate, transactional, or business law practice areas.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Experience with document management systems and litigation support software.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, proofread, format, and finalize legal documents including pleadings, motions, and discovery responses.
• Maintain and organize case files and document indexes; manage electronic filing systems.
• Support all phases of discovery, including document production and deposition preparation.
• Assist with trial preparation, hearing materials, and exhibit management.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organization

Deadline management

Communication

Independent work

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

Outlook

Document formatting

Document styling

Redlining

iManage

NetDocuments

Litigation software

Job description

Schedule: Evenings | Monday-Friday, 5:00 PM–12:00 AM

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. This position is not eligible for employer-sponsored work authorization now or in the future.

About the Opportunity

Join a leading legal services organization as an Evening Legal Assistant, providing after-hours support across litigation, corporate, and wealth management practice areas. You'll prepare complex legal documents, support case and transaction activities, and help ensure seamless legal operations in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced legal professional who thrives working independently while delivering exceptional client service.

Qualifications & Skills

Experience

• 5+ years of Legal Assistant experience
• Experience supporting corporate, transactional, or business law practice areas

Technical Skills

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook)
• Strong skills in document formatting, document styling, and redlining
• Experience with document management systems, including iManage or NetDocuments
• Familiarity with litigation support software and legal technology

Professional Skills

• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills
• Ability to prioritize multiple deadlines in a fast-paced legal environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with team members
• Sound judgment, discretion, and problem-solving abilities

Key Job Functions

Litigation Support

• Prepare, proofread, format, and finalize legal documents, including pleadings, motions, discovery responses, subpoenas, and legal correspondence.
• Maintain and organize case files, document indexes, and electronic filing systems.
• Support all phases of discovery, including document production, deposition preparation, and exhibit management.
• Assist with trial preparation, hearing materials, trial binders, exhibits, and logistics.

Corporate Legal Support

• Prepare, revise, proofread, and format corporate legal documents and transactional materials.
• Assemble signature packets, executed agreements, and closing documents.
• Provide administrative support for corporate transactions and related legal matters.

Administrative Support

• Deliver responsive after-hours support to attorneys and clients.
• Produce polished legal documents using advanced formatting, document styling, and redlining.
• Prepare Tables of Authorities and Tables of Contents, or quickly learn advanced document production procedures.
• Coordinate workflow with daytime legal staff to ensure seamless handoffs and continuity.
• Maintain strict confidentiality while managing sensitive legal information.

Founded in 1969, JOHN LEONARD, a woman-owned business, is the premier staffing choice in Boston and beyond. We provide Temporary/Contract, Direct Hire, Temp-to-Hire, and Payroll services as part of our comprehensive service offerings. JOHN LEONARD is an equal opportunity employer committed to representation, belonging, and accessibility in the workplace. All applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.