Legal Assistant

The Maine Divorce Group; Portland (ME); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and vision insurance

Dental coverage

PTO & holidays

401(k) with employer match

Modern office technology

Practice-management tools

Job summary

The Maine Divorce Group in Portland, Maine seeks a detail‑oriented Legal Assistant to support attorneys and clients from opening to closing of cases. This full‑time role offers remote or on‑site work and uses modern case‑management systems to keep matters moving smoothly.

Candidates should have 2–3 years in a law firm or professional office, strong organization and communication skills, and comfort learning new technology. Proficiency with Mac OS and Google Workspace is preferred.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of experience in a law firm or professional office, including administrative and scheduling responsibilities.
• Strong organization, communication, listening, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and follow through.
• Comfortable learning new technology and systems.
• Proficiency with Mac OS, Apple Mail, Google Workspace, and Microsoft Office.
• Experience with case management, CRM, or docketing software is a plus.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• College degree preferred; significant relevant experience may be considered in place of a degree.

Responsibilities

• Open and close case files and keep them organized and up to date.
• Track cases, deadlines, and tasks from start to finish.
• Prepare, proofread, and format legal documents and correspondence.
• Prepare motions for attorney review and track them through completion.
• Communicate with courts, agencies, vendors, clients, and potential clients.
• Help keep attorneys and clients informed as cases move forward.

Skills

Organization

Communication

Listening

Problem solving

Multitasking

Deadline management

Education

College degree preferred

Tools

Mac OS

Google Workspace

Microsoft Office

Case management software

Job description

Legal Assistant

The Maine Divorce Group Portland, Maine, United States

About this position

If you’re someone who likes keeping things organized, follows through on the details, and can juggle multiple priorities without losing track of what matters, you may be a great fit for our team.

This is a full-time, remote or on-site position supporting attorneys, clients, and the day-to-day movement of cases from opening to closing. You’ll work with courts, agencies, clients, and our team while learning and using modern technology and advanced case-management systems.

If you’re organized, curious, team-oriented, and enjoy helping things run smoothly, we’d love to hear from you!

If you’re someone who likes keeping things organized, follows through on the details, and can juggle multiple priorities without losing track of what matters, you may be a great fit for our team.

This is a full-time, remote or on-site position supporting attorneys, clients, and the day-to-day movement of cases from opening to closing. You’ll work with courts, agencies, clients, and our team while learning and using modern technology and advanced case-management systems.

If you’re organized, curious, team-oriented, and enjoy helping things run smoothly, we’d love to hear from you!

Compensation:

$22 - $26 hourly commensurate with experience

Responsibilities:

What You’ll Do

• Open and close case files and keep them organized and up to date.

• Track cases, deadlines, and tasks from start to finish.

• Prepare, proofread, and format legal documents and correspondence.

• Prepare motions for attorney review and track them through completion.

• Communicate with courts, agencies, vendors, clients, and potential clients.

• Help keep attorneys and clients informed as cases move forward.

Qualifications:

What We’re Looking For

• 2–3 years of experience in a law firm or professional office, including administrative and scheduling responsibilities.

• Strong organization, communication, listening, and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and follow through.

• Comfortable learning new technology and systems.

• Proficiency with Mac OS, Apple Mail, Google Workspace, and Microsoft Office.

• Experience with case management, CRM, or docketing software is a plus.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• College degree preferred; significant relevant experience may be considered in place of a degree.

About Company

The Maine Divorce Group is an established Maine family law firm. We have built our reputation by providing high-quality legal representation while treating clients with compassion, respect, and clear communication.

We believe great legal work depends on great people—and that every member of the team plays an important role in creating a positive experience for clients.

We Offer

• Comprehensive benefits including health and vision insurance

• Dental coverage

• Paid time off, paid holidays, and a 401(k) with employer match

• Modern office technology and practice-management tools

Salary Information

$22 - $26Hourly Wage