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Verrill · 2 months ago

Legal Assistant - Litigation

positionBoston, MA
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityNew Grad, Entry Level

Verrill is one of New England’s top full-service law firms, seeking to hire a Legal Assistant for their Litigation Practice Group in Boston, Massachusetts. The role involves supporting attorneys by managing legal documents, maintaining files, and ensuring compliance with court procedures while providing exceptional client service.

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Comp. & Benefits

Responsibilities

Typing, revising, and proofreading legal documents and correspondence
Maintaining files (paper and electronic)
Calendaring and tracking deadlines
Preparing and e-filing pleadings in state and federal trial courts, appellate courts, and supreme courts
Liaising effectively with court personnel
Staying up to date with changes in court rules and filing procedures
Preparing expense reports
Assisting with attorney time records and monthly billing process
Conducting general research
Answering the telephone
Assisting clients
Responding promptly with the ability to successfully multi-task in a fast-paced environment

Qualification

Litigation experienceAdvanced computer skillsProject managementAttention to detailClient serviceDiscretionProfessionalismOrganizational skillsTeam collaboration

Required

Litigation experience
Ability to address sensitive topics with discretion and professionalism
Ensuring confidentiality in all communications
Producing high quality work in a timely and professional manner
Providing exceptional client service and team support
Impeccable attention to detail and organizational skills
Strong technical proficiency with advanced computer skills (including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
General knowledge of both state and federal trial court processes and procedures
Proven project management skills
Ability to prioritize tasks successfully
Ability to excel in a collaborative team environment

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package
Collaborative work environment

Company

Verrill

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Verrill is a law firm that specializes in various practice areas such as litigation, real estate, health care, and intellectual property.
dateFounded in 1862
location
Portland, Maine, USA
people-size201-500 employees
web-link
https://www.verrill-law.com/

Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage

Leadership Team

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Lisa LaMarche
Chief Financial Officer
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Jim Durham
Chief Operating Officer
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