Legal Administrative Assistant (Worcester)

Bowditch & Dewey, LLP; Worcester (MA); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary commensurate with经验

Comprehensive benefits package (health

Opportunities for professional develop

Job summary

Bowditch & Dewey, LLP in Worcester is seeking a Legal Administrative Assistant to support our transactional practice. The role emphasizes meticulous document handling, calendar management, client interactions, and collaborative teamwork in a hybrid setting.

The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, professional, and a true team player able to work across office locations. Experience in a law firm and strong communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred but not required.
• Minimum 5 years supporting a transactional practice in a law firm.
• Strong organizational skills to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with keen attention to detail.
• Strong client service skills.
• Advanced computer skills with Microsoft Office and listed tools.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate attorney schedules, meetings, and travel.
• Prepare, proofread, and format legal documents, correspondence, and reports.
• Maintain electronic and physical filing systems.
• Assist with billing and invoicing, including time entry and client inquiries.
• Provide general administrative support: phones, reception, and mail.
• Provide reception desk coverage as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Organizational skills

Written and verbal communication

Client service

Confidentiality

Adaptability / learning

Education

Bachelor’s degree (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint)

Kofax Power PDF

BigHand Create

Hyperstyles / Styles & Templates

NetDocs

Job description

Join Bowditch as a legal administrative assistant in our transactional practice areas. This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a tight-knit, team-oriented environment where collaboration, reliability, and willingness to help others are key values. We are seeking someone who is not only detail-oriented and professional but also a true team player who is ready to jump in and assist wherever needed. This is a 40-hour/week position, and you will have the opportunity to work a hybrid schedule of 4 days per week in-office and 1 day per week remotely. This position is based in our Worcester office.

Position Overview

As a Legal Administrative Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting our attorneys and staff in the day-to-day administrative needs of the practice. From document preparation to calendar management and client interactions, you’ll be instrumental in helping our team deliver top-tier legal services. We are looking for someone who is flexible, dependable, and excited to be an integral part of a team. The ideal candidate will be someone who thrives in a collaborative environment, is comfortable building strong working relationships with colleagues in different office locations, and can seamlessly communicate and collaborate virtually on a regular basis. The position requires a strong focus on providing sophisticated administrative support to the team members of the Commercial Real Estate and Business & Finance Practice Areas.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate attorney schedules, including appointments, meetings, and travel arrangements
• Prepare, proofread, and format legal documents, correspondence, and reports with accuracy and attention to detail
• Assist in maintaining electronic and physical filing systems, ensuring documents are organized and easily accessible
• Assist with billing and invoicing processes, including time entry and client billing inquiries
• Provide general administrative support, such as answering phones, greeting clients, and handling incoming and outgoing mail
• Provide reception desk coverage for short periods of time on an as‑needed basis
• Perform other duties specific to the role as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred but not required
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in supporting a transactional practice within a law firm
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple deadlines
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a keen eye for detail
• Strong client service skills
• Advanced computer skills including experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint), Kofax Power PDF or similar/equivalent PDF program, BigHand Create and Hyperstyles or similar/equivalent Styles and Templates software, and NetDocs; willingness and ability to learn different technologies.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion
• Enthusiasm for learning and willingness to adapt to changing priorities and workflows

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off
• Opportunities for professional development and advancement within the firm
• A supportive and collaborative work environment with a team of dedicated professionals
• The anticipated pay range for this role is listed below and represents a reasonable estimate of the starting salary range. The actual offered rate for this position will be determined based on job-related factors including experience, geographic location, external market data and our internal market.

Hourly rate of $35.00 – $42.00.

Dedicated to Diversity: Bowditch & Dewey focuses on inclusive hiring of those candidates who have excellent skills with a broad range of experiences, knowledge, and perspectives. Diversity within the Firm promotes an open and mutually respectful workplace and the delivery of superior service to its clients.

Equal Opportunity Employer