Legal Assistant

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

Job summary

John Leonard seeks a detail-oriented Legal Assistant to join its Finance and Restructuring practice group. You will provide high-level administrative support to several attorneys in a collaborative, long-tenured environment.

The role requires a high school diploma and 5+ years of legal assistant experience, advanced Microsoft Office skills, and strong written and verbal communication. This full-time, on-site position offers a competitive salary and bonus eligibility.

Qualifications

• High school diploma
• 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

MS Word

Excel

Outlook

PowerPoint

PACER

3E

Communication skills

Legal terminology

Team-oriented

Problem-solving

Education

High school diploma

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Outlook

PowerPoint

PACER

3E

Job description

Salary Range: $80K-$110K | Bonus Eligible

Schedule: Full-time | Monday-Friday

Required: High school diploma and 5+ years of legal assistant experience

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 Role

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Legal Assistant to join their Finance and Restructuring practice group. This role offers the opportunity to provide high-level administrative support to several attorneys while working in a collaborative, collegial, and long-tenured environment.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma
• 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

Key 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

Why Join Our Client?

What sets this law firm apart is its collegial, collaborative culture and remarkable longevity among its support staff. You’ll be joining a workplace where legal assistants are valued, supported, and provided opportunities to thrive. Expect a strong sense of community, a focus on professional growth, and the stability of a firm known for both its excellence and its supportive environment.

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.