Legal Administrative Assistant

Dwyer Goncalves LLC
  • Newton, MA
  • Full-time
5 days ago

Job Description

Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Opportunity for advancement
  • Training & development
  • Vision insurance

About the Role


A growing law firm in Newton, Massachusetts, is seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Legal Administrative Assistant to join our team. This is an excellent opportunity for a professional looking to build a long-term career in the legal field while working in a collaborative and supportive environment. For the right candidate, this position offers a pathway for growth into a full-time Paralegal role.


Key Responsibilities


  • Answer and direct phone calls, greet clients, and serve as a professional point of contact.
  • Provide administrative support to attorneys, including drafting, proofreading, and formatting legal documents and correspondence.
  • Manage attorney calendars, schedule meetings, court appearances, and deadlines.
  • Maintain and organize physical and electronic case files and legal records.
  • File documents with courts and government agencies electronically and, when necessary, in person.
  • Assist with billing, invoicing, and tracking billable hours.
  • Coordinate client communications and follow up on outstanding matters.
  • Support daily office operations and contribute to an efficient workflow.
Qualifications


  • Previous experience in a legal administrative, legal assistant, or law office support role preferred.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Outlook, and Excel.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Excellent organizational and time-management skills with exceptional attention to detail.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • Familiarity with legal terminology, court filing procedures, and case management software is a plus.
  • Professional, discreet, and client-focused demeanor.
About Us


We are a growing and well-established law firm located in Newton, Massachusetts, dedicated to providing exceptional legal services with integrity, professionalism, and commitment. Our team values collaboration, mutual respect, and outstanding client service. We offer a supportive workplace where motivated professionals can develop their skills, advance their careers, and make meaningful contributions to our continued success.


Why Join Us?


This position provides an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on legal experience, work closely with experienced attorneys, and grow within a supportive, team-oriented environment. If you are organized, motivated, and eager to develop a career in the legal field, we encourage you to apply.





 


Numbers & Facts

LocationNewton, MA
Job TypeFull-time

Skills

  • Administrative Skillsunmatched
  • Attorneyunmatched
  • Billingunmatched
  • Calendar Managementunmatched
  • Case Managementunmatched
  • Communication Skillsunmatched
  • Customer Relationsunmatched
  • Customer Support/Serviceunmatched
  • Dental Insuranceunmatched
  • Detail Orientedunmatched
  • Documentation Formatunmatched
  • Governmentunmatched
  • Health Insuranceunmatched
  • Legalunmatched
  • Legal Documentsunmatched
  • Legal Support Skillsunmatched
  • Microsoft Excelunmatched
  • Microsoft Officeunmatched
  • Microsoft Outlookunmatched
  • Microsoft Wordunmatched
  • Multitaskingunmatched
  • Operational Supportunmatched
  • Organizational Skillsunmatched
  • Paralegalunmatched
  • Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
  • Proofreadingunmatched
  • Team Playerunmatched
  • Telephone Skillsunmatched
  • Time Managementunmatched
  • Training/Teachingunmatched
  • Vision Planunmatched
  • Writing Skillsunmatched

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