Legal Executive Assistant

19 hours ago


Boston, United States JOHNLEONARD Full time

JOHNLEONARD is seeking a Legal Executive Assistant to join our client's growing team in Boston. This Legal Executive Assistant role comes with a generous salary of $90K-$115K, and many excellent benefits, including:

  • Comprehensive health and wellness programs
  • Generous PTO
  • Professional development and community service opportunities
  • And more

This role also comes with the chance to progress your career at an elite law firm. Prior experience working in a law firm or professional services industry is required.

The Legal Executive Assistant will provide assistance to and manage resources for a team of attorneys across various practice areas, primarily litigation and transactional. You will also handle standard administrative functions, including answering, screening, placing phone calls, opening and routing mail as directed, maintaining files, records, attorney calendars and time records, and preparing attorney expense reports.

If you were already in this Legal Executive Assistant role, here are some areas you might have been working in this week:

  • Monitor attorney's e-mail to process new messages, maintain organized e-mail folders, and keep the attorney apprised of priorities
  • Handle all aspects of document preparation, processing, preparing redlines, and PDF conversions
  • Prepare check requests for vendor invoices
  • Research and make complex travel arrangements, including assisting with visa requirements

To apply for this Legal Executive Assistant position, a high school diploma and a minimum of three years of experience in a law firm or professional services environment, or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required. You will also need:

  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, etc), with the ability to learn new software and operating systems
  • Close attention to detail
  • Ability to handle multiple projects and shifting priorities
  • Flexibility to adjust hours and work the hours necessary to meet operating and business needs

In return for your passion, collaborative approach, and commitment, you'll receive a generous salary of $90K-$115K and a benefits package, joining an inclusive culture.

To apply for this full-time Legal Executive Assistant job in Boston, please get in touch with JOHNLEONARD today. We would love to help you get your next role.

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 diversity, equity, and inclusion 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.



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