Senior Legal Assistant, Finance & Restructuring

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

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.