Legal Administrative Assistant #32680

Location: Boston, MA | Hybrid

Salary Range: $75k-$85k

Schedule: Full-time | Monday-Friday, 9:00-5:00

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

An established estate planning law firm is seeking an experienced Legal Administrative Assistant to support attorneys in a busy Trust & Estates and Tax Law practice . This role is ideal for a proactive, highly organized professional with strong law firm experience , excellent communication skills, and exceptional attention to detail.

Qualifications

5-7+ years of legal administrative experience , preferably in Trust & Estates, Estate Planning, or Tax Law

Experience supporting Partners or senior attorneys

Proficiency with Microsoft Office , including Word, Excel, and Outlook

Experience with legal billing and timekeeping systems; PerfectLaw a plus

Excellent communication, organizational, and client service skills

Strong attention to detail and ability to manage competing deadlines

Proactive, dependable, and able to work independently and collaboratively

Massachusetts Notary Public certification is required for applicable duties

Key Responsibilities

Provide legal and administrative support to Partners and attorneys

Prepare, edit, and proofread legal documents and correspondence

Maintain electronic and physical client files

Manage attorney calendars, client communications, and appointments

Process time entries, billing, and invoices

Support client signing meetings and Notary responsibilities

Anticipate attorney needs and manage deadlines and priorities

Assist with overflow work and special projects

Apply Today

If you’re an experienced Legal Administrative Assistant with Trust & Estates experience and a proactive, client-focused approach, apply today to join a collaborative, established legal team supporting high-net-worth clients.

Founded in 1969, JOHN LEONARD, 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. 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.