Legal Assistant/Paralegal

Job Description

Job Title: Legal Assistant/Paralegal(Litigation Support)


Location: Danvers, MA (In-Person)


Job Type: Full-Time


Compensation: $60,000 - $75,000 annually (commensurate with experience and qualifications)


Overview: A well-established law firm, is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Legal Assistant with 3-5 years of experience to provide secretarial and paralegal support to one or two attorneys in its Danvers office. This role involves comprehensive litigation support, including e-filing, case management, legal research, and document preparation. A strong understanding of court rules and procedural requirements is essential.


Key Responsibilities:

• Manage attorney calendars, including scheduling depositions, hearings, meetings, and travel arrangements
• Open and maintain new case files, enter attorney time, and prepare expense reports
• Prepare and e-file court documents in both state and federal courts
• Draft pleadings, discovery responses, motions, and other legal documents
• Conduct legal research and organize case materials and exhibits
• Maintain accurate electronic and physical case files
• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel
• Assist with trial preparation, including document organization and witness coordination

Qualifications:

• 3-5 years of legal assistant or litigation support experience
• Insurance defense litigation experience preferred (approximately 3+ years ideal)
• Strong knowledge of court rules and filing procedures (state and federal)
• Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Bachelor’s degree required

Benefits:

• 401(k) with matching
• Disability insurance
• Flexible spending account (FSA)
• Free parking
• Health insurance
• Health savings account (HSA)
• Paid sick time and paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan

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