Litigation Assistant

LHH Recruitment Solutions is seeking a Litigation Assistant for a fantastic Boston law firm. This opportunity is hybrid after training, and full time. The Litigation Assistant will be responsible for supporting a trial attorney and senior level associate.

Responsibilities

Prepare/revise/finalize correspondence, pleadings, documents and other clerical assignments

Familiarity with discovery matters and procedural rules

Assist with pleadings, e-discovery, and trial support

Maintain attorney calendars; make travel arrangements

Maintain electronic and paper client files; file organization

File documents with appropriate courts, including e-filings in Massachusetts state and federal courts

Schedule depositions and client meetings

Communicate with clients, attorneys, experts and courts as necessary

Qualifications

Post high school degree preferred; high school degree or equivalent

3+ years of recent Boston litigation experience within a law firm

Medical malpractice and/or personal injury experience highly preferred

Ability to type a minimum of 65+ wpm

Proficient with Microsoft Office 365, Adobe Acrobat Pro DC, and Federal Court ECF system

Must have ability to write and communicate effectively with excellent proofreading skills

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment by organizing and prioritizing multiple time-sensitive tasks on a daily basis; strong organizational and document management skills

Salary commensurate with experience.