Legal Assistant

Burns & Farrey; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

401(k)

Health insurance (100% employer-paid)

Dental & Vision insurance

Paid vacation

Federal holidays

Unlimited sick time

Growth-focused culture

Job summary

Burns & Farrey, P.C. is seeking a legal assistant/paralegal to support a fast-moving civil litigation practice in our Boston or Marlborough offices.

You will assist attorneys with motions, pleadings, and correspondence, and help manage case calendars and deadlines. Ideal candidates have 1+ year of legal assistant/paralegal experience, strong tech skills (Word, Excel, Outlook, Zoom), and live within commuting distance of Boston or Marlborough, MA.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience as a legal assistant or paralegal
• Experience in civil litigation/defense
• Experience with electronic filing in state and federal courts
• Experience drafting legal documents such as motions, pleadings, and memoranda
• Strong computer/technology skills, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Zoom
• Ability to change pace quickly while remaining organized and detail-oriented
• Team-oriented mentality and collaboration
• Must live within commuting distance of Marlborough, MA or Boston, MA

Responsibilities

• Support civil litigation practice in preparing motions, pleadings and correspondence.
• Assist with E-Filing in state and federal courts.
• Maintain case calendaring and deadline tracking.

Skills

Legal assistant/paralegal experience

Civil litigation/defense experience

Electronic filing (state & federal)

Drafting legal documents (motions, etc

Education

No specific degree required

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Zoom

Job description

Who We Are

Burns & Farrey, P.C. has spent 75 years handling litigation matters across New England, and we're building the next generation of litigation defense right now. We've been recognized as one of the Best Law Firms by U.S. News, ranked in Chambers USA, and named to New England Super Lawyers — but our people are what sets us apart.

We are looking for legal assistants who are able to support fast-moving litigation practice with thoughtful and experienced attorneys. This position is open in both out Boston and Marlborough locations.

What You'll Need

• 1+ years of experience as a legal assistant or paralegal
• Experience in civil litigation/defense
• Experience with electronic filing in state and federal courts
• Experience drafting legal documents such as motions, pleadings, and memoranda
• Strong computer/technology skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Zoom
• Ability to change pace quickly while maintaining strong organization and attention to detail
• An affinity for collaboration and a team-oriented mentality
• Must live within commuting distance of Marlborough, MA or Boston, MA

What You’ll Do

Support civil litigation practice in preparing motions, pleadings and correspondence. Assist with E-Filing in state and federal courts. Maintain case calendaring and deadline tracking.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary
• 401(k) participation
• 100% employer-paid health insurance
• Dental and vision insurance
• Two (2) weeks paid vacation (10 days)
• Twelve (12) federal holidays
• Unlimited sick time
• A collaborative, tight-knit work environment dedicated to personal and professional growth

We're excited about where B&F is headed, and we'd love for you to be part of it.