Legal Assistant

Position Overview

We have partnered with a well-established Boston law firm to hire a Real Estate Legal Assistant who is experienced, reliable, and comfortable in a traditional legal admin role. This team is looking for someone who can keep files organized, stay ahead of deadlines, and manage a large volume of documents with accuracy. This position will join a supportive environment and work directly with four attorneys This is a fast-moving group, so we are looking for someone who is detail-oriented and able to manage competing priorities without sacrificing quality

Key Responsibilities

• Open new matters, run conflict checks, and prepare all associated files
• Organize, label, maintain, and archive both physical and electronic client documents
• Manage attorney calendars, reminders, meeting schedules, and critical deadlines
• Assist with billing, time entry, and proofreading invoices and e-billing submissions
• Review and route incoming mail; prepare and track outgoing mail and deliveries
• Redline, edit, and format commercial lease documents and PDFs
• Serve as a point of contact for attorneys, clients, and staff while maintaining confidentiality
• Collaborate with the administrative team to support daily workflow and broader firm processes

What We Are Looking For

• 3+ years of legal administrative experience
• Strong tenure and a dependable work history
• Experience in real estate law preferred but not mandatory
• Excellent document management and proofreading skills
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and shift priorities as needed
• Professional and clear communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and the ability to learn new systems quickly