Legal Secretary
Legal Secretary Job 27 miles from Marlborough
The Legal Secretary provides a high level of client service and support while producing a high volume of consistently excellent work product. This individual maintains knowledge of the Firm's practice areas and a specialized knowledge of assigned practices and clients in order to enhance and promote communication between attorneys and their clients and to provide excellent, personalized service to support attorney/client relationships.
Provide professional client relationship management with external clients.
Create, edit, and proofread complex and practice-specific legal documents, forms, and correspondence, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
Create and maintain client/matter lists and communication lists.
Organize and accurately maintain physical and electronic documents and files.
Utilize Outlook to schedule appointments and calendar dates. Maintain contacts in Outlook.
Assist with timenote entry, including inputting timenotes, editing, proofreading, and closing them on a daily basis.
Collaborate with Client Account Manager and assigned timekeepers to manage billing process, including editing prebills, generating reports, and sending out final invoices.
Prepare expense reimbursements, arrange for payment of invoices, and prepare check requests as needed.
Work proficiently in document management system to locate deal-specific documents (i.e., Document Agenda/Closing Checklist prepared by attorney)
Prepare draft Closing Document Checklists.
Knowledge of editing pdf documents in order to extract and save individual UCC, tax and judgment lien search results.
ABOUT YOU
Minimum of 3 years recent Legal Secretarial experience required, preferably in a large law firm.
Experience with a variety or practices preferred with litigation experience a plus.
Experience with 3E or similar billing platforms required.
Highly proficient with Windows-based software used by the firm, including MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook and Litera.
Paralegal
Legal Secretary Job 27 miles from Marlborough
LHH Recruitment Solutions, in partnership with a law firm in Boston, is seeking an experienced Transactional Paralegal to join their team.
is hybrid - one day remote.
The firm offers a collaborative environment, complex work, and great benefits.
Responsibilities:
Assisting attorneys with transactional matters including trusts & estates, commercial banking, and commercial real estate
Drafting and filing complex banking, trusts & estates, and commercial real estate documents
Conducting UCC searches
Utilizing the registry of deeds
Preparing real estate closing binders, tax returns, and estate planning documents
Corresponding with clients
Tracking deadlines and calendaring
Performing legal research
Requirements:
5+ years of recent trusts & estates experience
Strong MS Office knowledge including Excel
Excellent communication skills
Great time management skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
The anticipated salary range for this position is between $90,000-$95,000 per year, depending on experience, plus discretionary bonus.
Benefit offerings include health insurance (covered by firm), dental, additional voluntary benefits, 401K plan.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records
Paralegal
Legal Secretary Job 15 miles from Marlborough
Are you an experienced paralegal with a passion for helping families navigate complex legal processes? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where attention to detail and strong organizational skills are key? If so, we want you on our team!
Fletcher Tilton PC is a respected mid-sized law firm specializing in estate planning, probate, and guardianship matters. We are seeking a skilled and compassionate paralegal to assist attorneys with guardianships, conservatorships, and estate administration.
Key Responsibilities:
• Prepare and file guardianship and conservatorship petitions
• Prepare various probate pleadings including those for estate administration, guardianships, rogers authority, and conservatorship
• Draft probate pleadings, inventories, accountings, and other court documents; Prepare probate inventories, accountings, and other court documents
• Communicate with clients, court personnel, and opposing parties
• Assist with all aspects of estate administration, including asset collection, distributions and estate tax returns
• Maintain case files and track deadlines to ensure timely filings
• Conduct legal research and prepare summaries for attorney review
• Support attorneys in court proceedings and hearings
Qualifications:
• 5+ years of experience as a paralegal, preferably in estate administration, probate, or guardianship matters; Prior experience as a paralegal in estate administration, probate, or guardianship matters preferred, but willing to train the right candidate
• Familiar with probate court procedures and rules
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills
• Ability to handle multiple cases simultaneously with great attention to detail
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Able to conduct legal research and draft legal documents
Why Join Us?
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• A collaborative and supportive team environment
• Opportunities for professional growth and continuing education
• Meaningful work that makes a difference in clients' lives
If you are a detail-oriented, proactive, and compassionate paralegal, we would love to hear from you!
Legal Technology Analyst
Legal Secretary Job 27 miles from Marlborough
We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Legal Operations Systems Analyst to support the team in managing complex litigation, particularly large-scale class action lawsuits. This role requires a blend of legal operations experience, technical aptitude, and strong data analysis skills. You will play a crucial role in ensuring data accuracy, streamlining processes, and supporting our team in leveraging technology effectively.
Responsibilities:
Manage and analyze large datasets (ranging from thousands to tens of thousands of records), ensuring data accuracy and integrity
Extract data from various systems and design data infrastructure for specific cases and databases
Administer and provide support for various legal software programs, including document management systems (e.g., FileLine), eDiscovery platforms (e.g., Everlaw), and mass communication systems
Develop and implement process improvements, including automation and templating, to streamline workflows and maximize efficiency
Classify incoming data, organize files, and establish structured processes for managing information
Collaborate with the team to determine the best approach for setting up case databases and leveraging technology for optimal results
Qualifications:
Experience in legal operations, preferably with litigation or class action lawsuits
Strong technical aptitude and comfort working with various software programs and databases
Proven data analysis skills and the ability to draw meaningful conclusions from large datasets
Experience with document management systems, eDiscovery platforms, and mass communication systems is highly desirable
Detail-oriented and committed to ensuring data accuracy and integrity
Legal Secretary - Business - Boston, MA - 146833
Legal Secretary Job 27 miles from Marlborough
We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Legal Secretary to join our Business team in Boston. This role will involve providing specialized secretarial and clerical support to attorneys and paralegals, ensuring efficient document management, client communication, and administrative coordination. The ideal candidate will be a proactive professional with a strong ability to multitask and manage responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Document Preparation: Transcribe and prepare documents from dictation, drafts, handwritten notes, or oral instructions, including redlining and proofreading.
Communication: Handle incoming and outgoing calls professionally, maintain good client relationships, and manage mail for assigned timekeepers.
Timekeeping & Billing: Enter time daily using IntApp, maintain accurate records, and review and handle prebills.
File Management: Create and maintain chronological files and indexes, ensuring all documents are organized and up to date. Forward materials to the Information Governance department when needed.
Business Development Support: Use the CRM tool to manage attorney contacts, update information, and resolve conflicts.
Travel & Reimbursement: Make travel arrangements per firm policies and process expense reports, check requests and reimbursements.
Administrative Support: Schedule meetings, maintain calendars, coordinate procedures, and compile materials for audits. Handle messenger, copy center, and facsimile requests as needed.
General Assistance: Support other secretaries and timekeepers, assist with new business forms, and reconcile telephone charge reports.
Required Skills and Experience:
Firm Tools Proficiency: Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, iManage, and other firm applications after orientation.
Attention to Detail: Ability to type quickly and accurately with great attention to detail.
Availability: Must be available to work overtime as required.
Preferred Qualifications:
Previous business/corporate secretarial experience.
College degree or business college certificate.
Key Competencies:
Strong ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
Proactive, diplomatic, and tactful approach to work assignments and client interactions.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with attention to detail.
Reliable, punctual, and committed to maintaining a professional demeanor at all times.
Compensation and Benefits:
The expected hourly pay range for this position with a 37.5-hour workweek is $32.00 - $47.00 ($62,400.00 - $91,650.00 annually).
Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, AD&D, long-term care coverage, and more.
Firm-paid life insurance, AD&D, LTD, short-term medical benefits.
20 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) and 10 paid holidays annually.
Generous parental leave and fertility benefits.
If you are an organized, reliable, and detail-oriented professional seeking a dynamic and rewarding career, we encourage you to apply.
Legal Secretary
Legal Secretary Job 15 miles from Marlborough
Hybrid work schedule
SIU experience a plus
Responsible for providing basic administrative, clerical, and customer service support to Attorneys. Effectively communicate with clients, courts, internal and external personnel. Operates under direct supervision of management and works on cases and assignments with guidance of attorneys and Managing Attorney as required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Education: High school diploma and a minimum of 3 years relevant law office or legal department experience is required. Associates degree and/or demonstrated equivalent experience preferred.
Knowledge: Solid understanding of general and technical parts of the job. Working knowledge in field, able to work independently.
Decision Making: Follows regular, detailed standards and instructions. Applies clearly defined guidelines and procedures in making timely decisions, given the necessary information.
Supervision Received: Works under general supervision for routine work. Detailed or specific instructions may be given for new activities or assignments.
Leadership: Works as an individual contributor. Learns the details of the job.
Problem Solving /Operations/Direct Work Involvement: Applies knowledge to help solve routine problems requiring independent thinking with direction.
Client Contacts: Contacts are typically within own department and occasionally outside own organization. Typically involves providing information requiring some explanation or interpretation.
Additional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Must have familiarity with State practice and the State Rules of Civil Procedure where the position is located. Experience within the insurance industry preferred, but not required. Basic knowledge of the legal system, legal issues and litigation process is required and must have working knowledge of insurance claim, and tort litigation. Proficient written and oral communication skills - Spelling and grammatical skills of at least a high school level are required. Knowledge of preparing legal documents and filing documents with the court is required. Proficiency with copier, facsimile, phone, and computer software including current Windows Operating System, MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, MS Outlook and Legal Case Management Programs. Minimum typing skills of 40 wpm required. Must have excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work under tight deadlines.
At MAPFRE, the safety of our employees matters. We have taken vital steps across all offices from the improvements to our air ventilation, the installation of touch-free devices, to embracing social distancing and requiring medical self-screening to ensure the safety of our employees. We embrace the ability to collaborate with peers in-office, while also offering a flexible work arrangement for many roles in our organization.
If you require an accommodation for a disability so that you may participate in the selection process, you are encouraged to contact the MAPFRE Insurance Talent Acquisition team at *******************************.
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
Patent Prosecution Legal Secretary
Legal Secretary Job 27 miles from Marlborough
SourcePro Search has a fantastic opportunity for a top-notch Patent Prosecution Legal Assistant, for the Boston office of a leading global firm. The ideal candidate has:
a Bachelor's degree
and 4+ years of patent prosecution experience in a mid to large sized law firm.
This role offers an excellent compensation and benefits package.****************************
Legal Secretary
Legal Secretary Job 27 miles from Marlborough
Schedule: 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM FLSA: Non-Exempt Position Type: Full-Time/Regular
Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP is a leading international law firm with more than 900 lawyers in offices throughout the United States, Europe, Asia and the Middle East. We are currently seeking a Legal Secretary to support the Corporate practice, reporting to the Secretarial Manager.
The role will reside in the Boston office with hybrid work capabilities and will be responsible for providing administrative support to attorneys and other administrative personnel, as assigned, in an environment where superior client service is emphasized and practiced. All job duties must be performed with a commitment to superior client service, producing quality work products, and maintaining an atmosphere of teamwork and continuous improvement.
Key responsibilities of this position include:
Perform administrative tasks, including drafting, editing, and proofreading documents. Proactively, manage attorneys' calendar of appointments and ensure that attorneys are prepared for all commitments.
Coordinate meetings, conference calls and appointments, often involving client and practice group activities, multiple locations, and time zones. Providing meeting details (e.g., setup, audio/video needs, catering, etc.)
Arrange domestic and international travel in partnership with the firm's Travel Management Company, securing air and ground transportation, arranging hotel and/or meeting accommodations, preparing detailed itineraries and travel agendas. Maintain attorney travel profile.
Coordinate work with the firm's Administrative Resource Center team regarding certain firm administrative tasks, including processing new client matter requests, client bills, time entry and expense reports.
Setup and maintain case and client files in document management system.
Answer and screen phones calls, schedule appointments and take messages when required.
Scan, copy, distribute, send (electronically and/or via mail, courier or express service), file and otherwise handle completed work. Coordinate incoming/outgoing mail.
Proofread and redline work for accuracy of copy, format, grammar, punctuation and syntax.
Research information as requested by clients or attorneys.
Maintain client contacts and working groups list.
Schedule, coordinate and track CLE requirements/adherence.
Coordinate work as needed with office, firm and third-party service departments, including Document Services, IT, Office Services, Conference Services, and Finance.
Provide back-up assistance, as needed, to attorneys or others in the practice group who require support.
Accept overflow work from the Secretarial Manager and the Secretary Team Coordinators as needed.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications (Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities):
High School Diploma or equivalent
Minimum of 5 years of legal secretarial experience required
Specialized secretarial degree, associate and/or bachelor's degree desirable but not required
Demonstrates and focuses on high level of internal and external client services.
Ability to type at least 70 words per minute with accuracy
Advanced knowledge of MS Word (e.g., formatting, paragraph numbering, Styles, Paste Special, Header and Footers, Footnotes, Tables, Table of Contents, Track Changes and Mail Merge)
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; NetDocuments; ChromeRiver; InterAction; Intapp; Carpe Diem, iTimekeep
Excellent written and oral communication skills, including grammar, spelling and punctuation
Ability to read, comprehend and follow instructions
Thorough familiarity with legal terminology pertinent to general legal concepts and specific area(s) of assignment
Proficiency with advanced telephone functions, including conference calling and voicemail
Excellent telephone manner
Familiarity with legal filing and record-keeping practices
Strong organizational skills
Ability to perform clerical tasks with a high degree of accuracy
Proficiency on office equipment used on a regular basis including computers, printers, copy machines, telephones and transcription machines
Ability to work independently and as a member of a team, take initiative, set priorities and see projects through completion
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment, meet deadlines, handle multiple tasks, and respond to changing priorities
Ability to establish effective working relationships within the office and firm, and with clients, vendors and others outside the firm
Ability to perform mathematical functions - add, subtract, multiply, divide, work with percentages, etc.
Strong service orientation
Commitment to maintaining confidentiality of client and office information and adhering to the Firm's Core Values
Commitment to professional growth
Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP participates in E-Verify for purposes of verifying employment eligibility
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Legal Secretary
Legal Secretary Job 27 miles from Marlborough
Cooley is seeking a Legal Secretary to join the Boston Business team.
The Business Legal Secretary will provide complex and specialized secretarial and clerical support to assigned attorneys and paralegals. Specific duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
Position responsibilities:
Prepare documents to support timekeepers which may include transcribing from dictation, drafts, handwritten notes or oral instruction, redlining and proofreading end product
Handle all incoming telephone calls and placement of outgoing calls in a professional manner
Maintain good client relationships for all assigned timekeepers
Open and sort mail for assigned timekeepers
Enter Time Entry daily for assigned timekeepers in IntApp and maintain appropriate records
Create and maintain files, including chronological files and indexes not stored in the Information Governance department
Keep all files up-to-date and organized. Ensure materials are forwarded to the Information Governance department, as needed
Complete all document processing and correspondence assignments accurately and within timekeepers' stated timeframes
Assist other secretaries and timekeepers, as needed
Prepare New Business Forms for new and existing clients, conflict sheets and engagement letters
Prepare and submit expense reports, check requests, travel reimbursements, health club reimbursement in accordance with accounting guidelines
Prepare and arrange messenger service, copy center and facsimile requests, as needed
Copy documents that are not appropriate to send to the copy center
Consistently use the CRM tool to support business development in the firm, including taking ownership of contact information for attorney's contacts and updating, maintaining and resolving conflicts within the CRM tool
Make all necessary travel arrangements, adhering to the firm's Travel Policy
Review and handle prebills
Maintain current secretarial backup instructions, and client/matter lists
Maintain attorney/paralegal calendar, including scheduling and coordinating meetings
Coordinate internal procedures and compile backup materials for attorney/paralegal preparation of audit letter responses
Reconcile telephone charge reports for office and cellular phones
Other duties as assigned or required
Skills & Experience
Required:
After orientation at Cooley LLP, exhibit proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite, iManage and other firm applications
Available to work overtime, as required
Fast and accurate typing
Preferred:
Previous business/corporate secretarial experience
College degree or business college certificate
Competencies
Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment for multiple supervisors, meet deadlines and maintain flexibility with work assignments (including changes in attorney/paralegal assignments) and work schedule
Ability to organize and prioritize work assignments, as well as delegate tasks to service departments when necessary
Must demonstrate initiative, diplomacy and tact
Possess excellent written, communication and proofreading skills with attention to detail
Ability to function in a professional and polite manner when dealing with clients, co-workers, court personnel and others
Reliable, committed and punctual
Cooley offers a competitive compensation and excellent benefits package and is committed to fair and equitable employment practices.
EOE.
The expected hourly pay range for this position with a work schedule of 37.5 hours per week is $35.00 - $40.50 ($68,250.00 - $78,975.00 annually).
Please note that final offer amount will be dependent on geographic location, applicable experience and skillset of the candidate.
We offer a full range of elective benefits including medical, health savings account (with applicable medical plan), dental, vision, health and/or dependent care flexible spending accounts, pre-tax commuter benefits, life insurance, AD&D, long-term care coverage, backup care for children and/or adults and other parental support benefits. In addition to elective benefit options, benefited employees receive firm-paid life insurance, AD&D, LTD, short term medical benefits as well as 20 days of Paid Time Off (“PTO”) and 10 paid holidays each year. We provide generous parental leave and fertility benefits. New employees will attend a detailed benefit orientation to learn more about our many benefits and resources.
Legal Secretary
Legal Secretary Job 37 miles from Marlborough
Illustrative Examples of Work Performed
Responsibilities: The Legal secretary position provides secretarial assistance to the Criminal Division in the Washington County office. Responsibilities include calendaring, preparing and maintaining case files for the District Court calendar and data entry into the Criminal Case Management system (CMS); calendaring, preparing and maintaining files for felony screening, including the preparation and filing of information packages, data entry into the CMS and Odyssey e-file and serve systems; responding to telephone inquiries; preparing legal documents, typing correspondence, filing, assisting with incoming calls and other related duties, as instructed.
Required Qualifications for Appointment
Qualifications: Such as having been gained through graduation from a senior high school, supplemented by courses in typing or experience that may have been gained through employment in a responsible secretarial position; or any combination of education and experience that shall be substantially equivalent. Applicants must possess superior clerical skills, and organizational skills, be computer literate, adept at learning new computer programs and the capacity to function at a high level in a demanding environment. Additionally, applicants must exhibit the ability to work in a supportive and professional manner with other support staff, attorneys, law enforcement agencies, and the general public.
Supplemental Information
RHODE ISLAND OFFICE OF THE ATTORNEY GENERAL
LEGAL SECRETARY
CRIMINAL DIVISION
Paygrade 8718 ($51,051 - $57,110)
February 19, 2025 - March 14, 2025
Please note that this position is full-time onsite/in-person/in the office only.
About the Office: The Attorney General is the state's top lawyer and law enforcement official, protecting and serving the people and interests of Rhode Island through a broad range of duties. Every day, the Office's attorneys fight to ensure the public safety of the State's communities, improve the economic security of its citizens, safeguard the State's spectacular natural resources, and restore the public's trust in government. Assistant and Special Assistant Attorneys General represent the people of Rhode Island in civil and criminal matters before trial courts, appellate courts, and the Supreme Courts of Rhode Island and the United States. The Office is unique among Attorneys General Offices across the country. Out of fifty states, only two other offices share the same broad criminal mission. The Office's attorneys prosecute complex and violent crimes and functionally serve as one of the nation's largest district attorney's offices, prosecuting all felonies throughout the state.
If applying for the position via mail or email, there is no need to also apply through the online system.
How to Apply: Applicants should mail or email a (1) cover letter summarizing why you are interested and describing the skills and abilities you possess that will enable you to succeed in this position, (2) resume, and (3) list of three references to:
Aida Crosson
Director of Administration
Office of the Attorney General
150 South Main Street, Providence RI 02903
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Equal Opportunity Employer: The Attorney General's Office is stronger, more credible, and more capable when its employees bring diverse backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives to their work. The Office encourages all qualified applicants from all ethnic and racial backgrounds, veterans, LGBTQ individuals, and persons with disabilities to apply.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, disability, or covered veteran status.
Other Information: Finalists will be subject to a full background investigation including reference checks. All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of the background investigation.
Floater Legal Secretary
Legal Secretary Job 27 miles from Marlborough
Sullivan & Worcester is a leading corporate law firm advising clients ranging from Fortune 500 companies to emerging businesses. With more than 175 lawyers in Boston, London, New York and Washington, D.C., the firm offers services in a wide range of areas, including corporate finance, banking, trade finance, securities and mutual funds, litigation, mergers and acquisitions, intellectual property, tax, real estate and REITs, private equity and venture capital, bankruptcy, environment and natural resources, renewable energy and water resources, regulatory law, and employment and benefits. ZAG-S&W - a joint venture between Israel-based Zysman, Aharoni, Gayer & Co. and Sullivan & Worcester - provides counsel to Israel-based companies and U.S. companies with Israeli interests on a variety of legal matters including access to capital markets, corporate issues, and tax. For more information please visit ********************** & Worcester has an opening for a floater legal secretary. The Floater Legal Secretary provides interim coverage for legal secretaries to provide continual and reliable support to the attorneys and the firm. Assignments may be short-term for just the day, or for several days at a time.
Job Description
Sullivan & Worcester has an opening for a floater legal secretary. The Floater Legal Secretary provides interim coverage for legal secretaries to provide continual and reliable support to the attorneys and the firm. Assignments may be short-term for just the day, or for several days at a time.
Duties and Responsibilities
Perform general administration and secretarial tasks such as typing and proofreading documents, maintaining files and answering phones
Organize and maintain attorneys calendars, including travel arrangements and scheduling meetings
Open new client matters
Client billing and related forms
Prepare and submit expense reports
Input and/or update attorneys time entries
Act as backup to other legal secretaries to support additional attorneys or paralegals when necessary to assist with overflow work
Qualifications
Associates Degree preferred
3+ years secretarial experience
Strong organizational skills with great attention to detail
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Works effectively, calmly and quickly under pressure in a fast paced environment
Ability to prioritize and multi task
Ability to work independently as well as part of team
Ability to maintain and handle confidential information
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
52 Week Word Processor - Special Education Department
Legal Secretary Job 15 miles from Marlborough
SUBJECT: WORD PROCESSOR - SPECIAL EDUCATION DEPARTMENT REPORTS TO: TAMMY MURRAY, DIRECTOR OF SPECIAL EDUCATION AND INTERVENTION SERVICES This position is accountable for performing office work of ordinary difficulty and responsibility calling for care and accuracy in detail and for individual judgment in the application of a standardized routine and compliance with definite instructions or regulations; or to operate a computer in connection with such duties; and to perform related work as required.
PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES: (to be included along with other responsibilities)
1. Responsible for showing excellent customer service skills including a calm and professional phone manner and the ability to take complete and accurate messages.
2. Responsible for multitasking in a busy office environment where there is a continual need to prioritize.
3. Responsible for proficiency in the use of Google Drive, Microsoft Office including development and use of Google Docs, Sheets, Excel, spreadsheets, graphs, charts, PowerPoint, Slides and word processing.
4. Responsible for performing basic arithmetical computations in tabulating data and in keeping basic accounts.
5. Responsible for sorting and filing letters, reports, and memoranda according to prescribed method.
6. Responsible for acting as receptionist, routing visitors to proper office or employee.
7. Responsible for being able to operate any and all common office machines.
8. Responsible for assuring equal educational opportunity to all individuals regardless of race, color, gender, age, marital status, religion, gender identity, natural origin, sexual orientation, homelessness, or disability.
9. Performance of other job-related duties as assigned.
LOCATION: Durkin Administration Building
WORK YEAR: This is a 52 week, full-year position, 37.5 hours per week
WORK DAY: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
SALARY: Administrative Secretaries Salary Scale
TO APPLY: Any person interested in these positions please apply on-line by logging into ********************** See District Information/Internal Staff Postings.
This deadline date does not preclude further advertisement or recruitment
Legal Secretary
Legal Secretary Job 37 miles from Marlborough
Litchfield Cavo LLP is a premier insurance coverage and litigation defense law firm founded in 1998 on one principle-client service comes first. Our attorneys operate out of 23 offices, serving clients in more than 36 states nationwide. Collectively, we are a resource of experienced trial attorneys providing creative and responsive service.
Our Providence office is growing and actively seeking a Legal Secretary interested in growing their career among our team of staff and attorneys, who value and foster open and honest communication, and act with integrity and professionalism.
Litchfield Cavo offers a competitive compensation plan and an excellent benefits package in a dynamic work environment that provides substantial opportunities for professional development.
SKILLS and ABILITIES
The following are representative of the knowledge, skill or ability the candidate must possess or demonstrate to succeed under the direction of the partner(s):
· experienced in the area of general liability defense work
· demonstrated knowledge of electronic filing requirements of state and federal courts in RI;
· experience supporting attorneys who produce a large volume of work;
· ability to consistently produce and deliver quality work products;
· demonstrate ability to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines in a very busy legal environment;
· organize, prioritize and implement tasks with strong attention to detail;
· work proactively, independently and as part of a team;
· provide clear written and verbal communications;
· maintain professional demeanor and a positive attitude with attorneys, colleagues and vendors as needed;
· demonstrate proficiency with MS Office including Word, Excel, Outlook and PDF maker (Nuance or Adobe Pro); demonstrated efficiency navigating the internet;
· iManage document management experience a plus;
· normal admin duties such as opening files, keeping files in order, drafting documents, expense reports, etc.
· familiar with keeping attorney's calendar, docketing court dates, etc.
Click link to apply or email your resume and two professional supervisory references to **************************.
Our Firm provides current technology, ongoing training, experienced support staff and full-time IT and marketing departments.
Litchfield Cavo LLP supports and encourages workforce diversity. We are an equal opportunity employer and provide equal opportunity to qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, sexual orientation, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status or any other legally protected class in accordance with all applicable laws.
Paralegal
Legal Secretary Job 39 miles from Marlborough
Keches Law Group, P.C. is a well-established law firm with offices in Milton, Bridgewater, and Worcester, practicing in the areas of workers' compensation, personal injury, and medical malpractice.
We are seeking highly motivated a full time Paralegal for our Bridgewater office. Must be customer service oriented, highly motivated, and have strong organizational skills for a fast-paced environment.
Qualified candidates will be able to commute to the Bridgewater office daily.
Please note: If you are applying from another state, please include a cover letter explaining your plans to work in Massachusetts.
Summary of Position
The paralegal supports lawyers by conducting legal research, drafting documents, managing case files, and facilitating communication with clients and court personnel. They play a vital role in the legal process, contributing to case preparation and aiding during court proceedings. Strong organizational, research, and communication skills are essential for success in this role.
Responsibilities
· Manage telephone communications for the assigned attorney by answering or directing inquiries
· Produce information by transcribing, formatting, inputting, editing, retrieving, copying, and transmitting text, data, and graphics
· Coordinate case preparation
· Request reports and medical records from doctors' offices, hospitals, urgent cares, etc.
· Review and summarize medical records for proceedings
· Prepare documents and correspondence to be sent to clients, insurance carriers, courts, and doctor's offices
· Perform research with limited direction
· Represent attorney(s) by communicating and obtaining information, following up on delegated assignments, and knowing when to act and when to refer matters to the attorney(s)
· Maintain client confidence by keeping client/attorney information confidential
· Enhance the reputation of the department and the organization by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests and exploring opportunities to add value to the position
· Maintain client files
Requirements
Qualifications
· Strong phone, typing, and computer skills are a must
· Ability to interact professionally and appropriately with clients, attorneys, and others
· Must be energetic, well organized, and have the ability to multi-task
· Must possess and demonstrate exceptional customer service skills, and the ability to handle situations with tact and diplomacy
· Ability to work in a high intensity, high stress environment handling a multitude of duties
· Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment while accomplishing short-term goals without losing sight and commitment to the longer-term needs of the attorney(s)
· Excellent verbal and written communication skills
· Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and evaluative skills
Preferred Qualifications:
· Bachelor's degree in legal studies or a related field is preferred
· Paralegal certificate is preferred, but not required
· 1-2 years of personal injury or workers' compensation experience is preferred
· Familiarity with legal databases and software such as Litify is a plus
· Experience working in the hospitality or service industry is strongly preferred
· Multi-lingual abilities
Paralegal
Legal Secretary Job 15 miles from Marlborough
Company OverviewThis practice specializes in Elder and Special Needs Law which includes MassHealth/Medicaid Applications, Estate Planning, and Probate with some Guardianship and Conservatorship work. We are committed to a diverse work environment. Our ideal candidates are respectful of an inclusive work environment. We strive to ensure that those working in our organization reflect the diversity of the communities we serve.
Benefits/Perks
Benefits of this position include healthcare access to group insurance
paid vacation time off, in addition to holidays and sick time
matching contributory IRA.
Job SummaryThe paralegal supports our busy team working on multiple legal projects, including probate and Medicaid application support. The paralegals will manage both legal and administrative functions, including meeting and following up with staff and clients, communicating with other members of the team internally and with external parties (courts and MassHealth), and other duties as necessary. Responsibilities
Develop a deep understanding of the law firm's programs and projects and substantive areas of law, especially those substantive areas of law in which you will be assisting clients
Complete forms and related template documents and file them with the courts
Organize and prepare MassHealth Applications
Handle day-to-day case management administrative functions
Attend weekly case review meetings
Transcribe/document case updates and next action steps during meetings for cases
Provide intake support to attorneys as needed.
Attend trainings as needed for professional development
Qualifications
Ability to commute/travel to and from courthouse locations and/or office, as needed
Heavy use of computer programs and applications
Strong oral and written communication skills
Careful attention to detail
Reliable and organized
Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize, and meet deadlines
Compensation: $45,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year
The Massachusetts Chapter of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (MassNAELA) is a non-profit voluntary association whose members consist of a dedicated group of elder law and special needs attorneys across the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. MassNAELA was incorporated in 1992, to serve the legal profession and the public with the following mission: Educate, inspire, serve, advocate, and provide community to attorneys with practices in elder and special needs law.
IDS Paralegal
Legal Secretary Job 27 miles from Marlborough
Seeking a dedicated IDS Paralegal. In this role, you will support the patent prosecution process by managing Information Disclosure Statements (IDS), ensuring compliance with regulations and timelines.
Responsibilities:
Prepare and file IDS forms with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) and international patent offices as necessary.
Conduct thorough reviews of patent files for relevant prior art and citations.
Maintain accurate records of incoming and outgoing correspondence related to IDS submissions.
Coordinate with patent attorneys to ensure all disclosures are complete and correctly submitted.
Assist in organizing and maintaining patent dockets and calendars.
Requirements
Bachelor's degree or paralegal certificate required.
1-3 years of experience in patent prosecution or IDS.
Strong understanding of USPTO practices and procedures pertaining to IDS.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and patent management software.
Legal Secretary | Public Finance | 146844
Legal Secretary Job 27 miles from Marlborough
Join a prestigious legal team as an Assistant (Public Finance), providing essential administrative support to attorneys, legal assistants, and firm personnel. This role is integral to the Public Finance practice, ensuring seamless day-to-day operations.
Key Responsibilities:
Prepare correspondence, memoranda, and legal documents accurately and efficiently.
Manage calendars, schedule appointments, coordinate meetings, and arrange travel.
Support attorney and paralegal billable time tracking and assist with monthly billing.
Process expense reports and check requests.
Handle conflict processes, draft engagement letters, and manage client intake documentation.
Deliver exceptional client service through professional communication and responsiveness.
Coordinate workflow among clients, timekeepers, and document support teams.
Engage in training opportunities to enhance efficiency in firm software.
Assume additional administrative duties as required.
Qualifications:
College degree or relevant work experience required.
Minimum 5 years of administrative experience, preferably in a legal or professional services setting.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong organizational and attention to detail skills.
Ability to handle multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work both independently and within a team.
High level of professionalism, discretion, and integrity.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Ability to learn new applications and software quickly.
Flexibility to work 80% in-office, 20% remote, with occasional overtime as needed.
This position offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and a professional environment committed to growth and excellence. Apply today!
Legal Secretary
Legal Secretary Job 27 miles from Marlborough
Cooley is seeking a Legal Secretary to join the Boston Business team. The Business Legal Secretary will provide complex and specialized secretarial and clerical support to assigned attorneys and paralegals. Specific duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
Position responsibilities:
* Prepare documents to support timekeepers which may include transcribing from dictation, drafts, handwritten notes or oral instruction, redlining and proofreading end product
* Handle all incoming telephone calls and placement of outgoing calls in a professional manner
* Maintain good client relationships for all assigned timekeepers
* Open and sort mail for assigned timekeepers
* Enter Time Entry daily for assigned timekeepers in IntApp and maintain appropriate records
* Create and maintain files, including chronological files and indexes not stored in the Information Governance department
* Keep all files up-to-date and organized. Ensure materials are forwarded to the Information Governance department, as needed
* Complete all document processing and correspondence assignments accurately and within timekeepers' stated timeframes
* Assist other secretaries and timekeepers, as needed
* Prepare New Business Forms for new and existing clients, conflict sheets and engagement letters
* Prepare and submit expense reports, check requests, travel reimbursements, health club reimbursement in accordance with accounting guidelines
* Prepare and arrange messenger service, copy center and facsimile requests, as needed
* Copy documents that are not appropriate to send to the copy center
* Consistently use the CRM tool to support business development in the firm, including taking ownership of contact information for attorney's contacts and updating, maintaining and resolving conflicts within the CRM tool
* Make all necessary travel arrangements, adhering to the firm's Travel Policy
* Review and handle prebills
* Maintain current secretarial backup instructions, and client/matter lists
* Maintain attorney/paralegal calendar, including scheduling and coordinating meetings
* Coordinate internal procedures and compile backup materials for attorney/paralegal preparation of audit letter responses
* Reconcile telephone charge reports for office and cellular phones
* Other duties as assigned or required
Skills & Experience
Required:
* After orientation at Cooley LLP, exhibit proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite, iManage and other firm applications
* Available to work overtime, as required
* Fast and accurate typing
Preferred:
* Previous business/corporate secretarial experience
* College degree or business college certificate
Competencies
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment for multiple supervisors, meet deadlines and maintain flexibility with work assignments (including changes in attorney/paralegal assignments) and work schedule
* Ability to organize and prioritize work assignments, as well as delegate tasks to service departments when necessary
* Must demonstrate initiative, diplomacy and tact
* Possess excellent written, communication and proofreading skills with attention to detail
* Ability to function in a professional and polite manner when dealing with clients, co-workers, court personnel and others
* Reliable, committed and punctual
Cooley offers a competitive compensation and excellent benefits package and is committed to fair and equitable employment practices.
EOE.
The expected hourly pay range for this position with a work schedule of 37.5 hours per week is $35.00 - $40.50 ($68,250.00 - $78,975.00 annually).
Please note that final offer amount will be dependent on geographic location, applicable experience and skillset of the candidate.
We offer a full range of elective benefits including medical, health savings account (with applicable medical plan), dental, vision, health and/or dependent care flexible spending accounts, pre-tax commuter benefits, life insurance, AD&D, long-term care coverage, backup care for children and/or adults and other parental support benefits. In addition to elective benefit options, benefited employees receive firm-paid life insurance, AD&D, LTD, short term medical benefits as well as 20 days of Paid Time Off ("PTO") and 10 paid holidays each year. We provide generous parental leave and fertility benefits. New employees will attend a detailed benefit orientation to learn more about our many benefits and resources.
Floater Legal Secretary
Legal Secretary Job 27 miles from Marlborough
Sullivan & Worcester is a leading corporate law firm advising clients ranging from Fortune 500 companies to emerging businesses. With more than 175 lawyers in Boston, London, New York and Washington, D.C., the firm offers services in a wide range of areas, including corporate finance, banking, trade finance, securities and mutual funds, litigation, mergers and acquisitions, intellectual property, tax, real estate and REITs, private equity and venture capital, bankruptcy, environment and natural resources, renewable energy and water resources, regulatory law, and employment and benefits. ZAG-S&W - a joint venture between Israel-based Zysman, Aharoni, Gayer & Co. and Sullivan & Worcester - provides counsel to Israel-based companies and U.S. companies with Israeli interests on a variety of legal matters including access to capital markets, corporate issues, and tax. For more information please visit ********************** & Worcester has an opening for a floater legal secretary. The Floater Legal Secretary provides interim coverage for legal secretaries to provide continual and reliable support to the attorneys and the firm. Assignments may be short-term for just the day, or for several days at a time.
Job Description
Sullivan & Worcester has an opening for a floater legal secretary. The Floater Legal Secretary provides interim coverage for legal secretaries to provide continual and reliable support to the attorneys and the firm. Assignments may be short-term for just the day, or for several days at a time.
Duties and Responsibilities
Perform general administration and secretarial tasks such as typing and proofreading documents, maintaining files and answering phones
Organize and maintain attorneys calendars, including travel arrangements and scheduling meetings
Open new client matters
Client billing and related forms
Prepare and submit expense reports
Input and/or update attorneys time entries
Act as backup to other legal secretaries to support additional attorneys or paralegals when necessary to assist with overflow work
Qualifications
Associates Degree preferred
3+ years secretarial experience
Strong organizational skills with great attention to detail
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Works effectively, calmly and quickly under pressure in a fast paced environment
Ability to prioritize and multi task
Ability to work independently as well as part of team
Ability to maintain and handle confidential information
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Paralegal
Legal Secretary Job 25 miles from Marlborough
Keches Law Group, P.C. is a well-established law firm with offices in Milton, Bridgewater, and Worcester, practicing in the areas of workers' compensation, personal injury, and medical malpractice.
We are seeking highly motivated a full time Paralegal for our Milton office. Must be customer service oriented, highly motivated, and have strong organizational skills for a fast-paced environment.
Qualified candidates will be able to commute to the Milton office daily.
Please note: If you are applying from another state, please include a cover letter explaining your plans to work in Massachusetts.
Summary of Position
The paralegal supports lawyers by conducting legal research, drafting documents, managing case files, and facilitating communication with clients and court personnel. They play a vital role in the legal process, contributing to case preparation and aiding during court proceedings. Strong organizational, research, and communication skills are essential for success in this role.
Responsibilities
· Manage telephone communications for the assigned attorney by answering or directing inquiries
· Produce information by transcribing, formatting, inputting, editing, retrieving, copying, and transmitting text, data, and graphics
· Coordinate case preparation
· Request reports and medical records from doctors' offices, hospitals, urgent cares, etc.
· Review and summarize medical records for proceedings
· Prepare documents and correspondence to be sent to clients, insurance carriers, courts, and doctor's offices
· Perform research with limited direction
· Represent attorney(s) by communicating and obtaining information, following up on delegated assignments, and knowing when to act and when to refer matters to the attorney(s)
· Maintain client confidence by keeping client/attorney information confidential
· Enhance the reputation of the department and the organization by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests and exploring opportunities to add value to the position
· Maintain client files
Requirements
Qualifications
· Strong phone, typing, and computer skills are a must
· Ability to interact professionally and appropriately with clients, attorneys, and others
· Must be energetic, well organized, and have the ability to multi-task
· Must possess and demonstrate exceptional customer service skills, and the ability to handle situations with tact and diplomacy
· Ability to work in a high intensity, high stress environment handling a multitude of duties
· Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment while accomplishing short-term goals without losing sight and commitment to the longer-term needs of the attorney(s)
· Excellent verbal and written communication skills
· Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and evaluative skills
Preferred Qualifications:
· Bachelor's degree in legal studies or a related field is preferred
· Paralegal certificate is preferred, but not required
· 1-2 years of personal injury or workers' compensation experience is preferred
· Familiarity with legal databases and software such as Litify is a plus
· Experience working in the hospitality or service industry is strongly preferred
· Multi-lingual abilities