Legal Assistant

JOHNLEONARD; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

JOHNLEONARD in Boston, MA is seeking an experienced Legal Assistant to support attorneys across multiple practice areas. This boutique firm values proactive, highly organized professionals who thrive in a collaborative environment and can manage competing priorities with minimal supervision.

The role requires at least 3 years of legal assistant experience in a law firm, with literacy in litigation, real estate, or healthcare/nonprofit law.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of Legal Assistant experience in a law firm.
• Experience supporting attorneys in litigation, real estate, or healthcare/nonprofit law.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with minimal supervision.
• Strong organizational, time management, and case management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Adobe Acrobat and Office.
• Experience with document management systems and electronic filing.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive legal administrative support to attorneys across multiple practice areas.
• Prepare, edit, proofread, and format legal documents, correspondence, memoranda, and reports.
• Assist with litigation support, including electronic court filings (e-filing), monitoring court deadlines, and maintaining case files.
• Coordinate real estate transaction closings and assist with regulatory filings.
• Manage attorney calendars, schedule meetings, and monitor critical deadlines.
• Organize and maintain both electronic and physical client files with exceptional accuracy.
• Open new client matters and assist with expense reports and other internal administrative processes.
• Coordinate monthly client billing and invoice distribution.
• Greet clients professionally and provide exceptional client service by phone and in person.
• Collaborate with colleagues and provide backup support to other Legal Assistants as needed.

Skills

Legal assistant experience

Litigation support

Real estate law

Healthcare/nonprofit law

Case management

Organizational skills

Written and verbal communication

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Adobe Acrobat

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Adobe Acrobat

Microsoft Office Suite

Document management systems

Job description

Location: Boston, MA | Hybrid after training

Salary Range: $60K-$100K

Schedule: Full-time | Monday-Friday, 9-5

Anticipated Start Date: Post Labor Day 2026

Required: Experience supporting attorneys in litigation, real estate law, or healthcare/nonprofit law

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

A boutique law firm is seeking an experienced Legal Assistant to support attorneys across multiple practice areas. This role is ideal for a proactive, highly organized professional who thrives in a collaborative environment, enjoys taking ownership of their work, and can confidently manage competing priorities with minimal supervision.

Qualifications & Skills

• 3+ years of Legal Assistant experience in a law firm
• Experience supporting attorneys in litigation, real estate law, or healthcare/nonprofit law required
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities with minimal supervision
• Strong organizational, time management, and case management skills
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Adobe Acrobat, and Microsoft Office Suite
• Experience with document management systems and electronic file organization

Key Job Functions

• Provide comprehensive legal administrative support to attorneys across multiple practice areas
• Prepare, edit, proofread, and format legal documents, correspondence, memoranda, and reports
• Assist with litigation support, including electronic court filings (e-filing), monitoring court deadlines, and maintaining case files
• Coordinate real estate transaction closings and assist with regulatory filings
• Manage attorney calendars, schedule meetings, and monitor critical deadlines
• Organize and maintain both electronic and physical client files with exceptional accuracy
• Open new client matters and assist with expense reports and other internal administrative processes
• Coordinate monthly client billing and invoice distribution
• Greet clients professionally and provide exceptional client service by phone and in person
• Collaborate with colleagues and provide backup support to other Legal Assistants as needed

Founded in 1969, JOHNLEONARD, 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. JOHNLEONARD 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.