Experienced Legal Assistant, Finance & Restructuring

Johnleonard; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

JOHN LEONARD is seeking a detail-oriented Legal Assistant for our Finance and Restructuring practice group in Boston. The role provides high-level administrative support to several attorneys in a collaborative, long-tenured environment.

Requirements include a high school diploma and 5+ years of legal assistant experience; proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, PACER, and 3E; and strong written and verbal communication. Salary range $80K-$110K; full-time, bonus eligible.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• 5+ years of legal assistant experience.
• Advanced computer skills with proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, PACER, and 3E.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with knowledge of grammar, punctuation, and legal terminology.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks with flexibility, adaptability, and keen attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with a team-oriented approach and willingness to take on additional responsibilities.
• Ability to lift and move files or boxes as needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive administrative support, including calendar management, travel coordination, appointment scheduling, and client communications.
• Draft and edit legal documents, client correspondence, contracts, agreements, and memos with strong attention to detail.
• Manage document production, including redlining, PDF-to-Word conversions, scanning, and organizing closing binders.
• Create and edit complex Excel spreadsheets and PowerPoint presentations for client meetings and internal use.
• Maintain accurate and organized client files, records, and documentation.
• Support attorneys with billing and time entry processes.
• Handle sensitive, confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
• Answer and route calls, respond to client inquiries, and maintain a service-oriented demeanor at all times.
• Take initiative on projects, demonstrating strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Arrange internal and external client meetings, conferences, and events.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support the success of the practice group.

Skills

Communication skills

Time management

Multitasking

Team player

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Outlook

PowerPoint

PACER

3E

Job description

JOHN LEONARD is seeking a detail-oriented Legal Assistant for our Finance and Restructuring practice group in Boston. The role provides high-level administrative support to several attorneys in a collaborative, long-tenured environment.

Requirements include a high school diploma and 5+ years of legal assistant experience; proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, PACER, and 3E; and strong written and verbal communication. Salary range $80K-$110K; full-time, bonus eligible.