A nationally recognized litigator with a premier specialty litigation practice is seeking an exceptional Legal Assistant to serve as their trusted right hand. This is a high-impact role for an organized, proactive professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys being an integral part of complex, high-profile litigation matters.
The successful candidate will manage the attorney's day-to-day operations, including a demanding calendar, extensive travel coordination, meeting logistics, and client communications, while also providing substantive litigation support and legal research. This position requires exceptional judgment, discretion, attention to detail, and the ability to anticipate needs before they arise.
Responsibilities
- Manage a complex calendar, scheduling meetings, hearings, depositions, and travel.
- Coordinate domestic and international travel, including detailed itineraries and expense reporting.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel.
- Conduct legal research and assist with case-related projects.
- Draft, proofread, and format legal correspondence, memoranda, and other documents.
- Prepare, organize, and maintain case files and litigation materials.
- Monitor deadlines and ensure timely completion of assignments.
- Assist with trial preparation, filings, and administrative support as needed.
- Handle confidential information with the highest level of professionalism and discretion.
Qualifications
- 3+ years of experience as a Legal Assistant or Executive Legal Assistant supporting litigation attorneys.
- Experience supporting a senior partner or high-profile attorney preferred.
- Strong legal research skills and familiarity with litigation procedures.
- Excellent organizational, communication, and time management skills.
- Ability to prioritize competing demands and work independently with minimal supervision.
- Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and legal document management systems.
- Professional, polished demeanor with exceptional attention to detail.
Why Join This Firm?
- This is a rare opportunity to work alongside one of the firm's most accomplished litigators in a highly respected specialty litigation practice. The role offers significant responsibility, close collaboration with a leading attorney, exposure to sophisticated and high-stakes matters, and the opportunity to be mentored by one of the leading attorneys in New England
