Legal Administrative Assistant

Job overview

The Legal Administrative Assistant role is onsite in Newton, MA; compensation is $45,000–$50,000 per year. The position supports attorneys at a growing law firm dedicated to providing legal services with integrity and professionalism. The assistant helps keep legal matters and office operations organized by managing communications, documents, calendars, case files, filings, and billing support. The posting describes a potential growth path into a full-time paralegal role for the right candidate.

What you'll do

• Answer and direct calls
• greet clients
• draft, proofread, and format legal documents and correspondence
• manage attorney calendars, meetings, court appearances, and deadlines
• maintain physical and electronic case files
• file documents with courts and government agencies
• assist with billing, invoicing, and billable-hour tracking
• coordinate client communications and support daily office operations.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

legal administrative assistant

newton ma

dwyer goncalves llc

full-time

legal documents

calendar management

case files

court filings

client communications

billing support

microsoft office

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• 401(k), 401(k) matching, health, dental and vision insurance, paid time off, advancement opportunities, and training and development.

Why this role

The posting identifies a potential pathway to a full-time Paralegal role.

About the employer

Dwyer Goncalves LLC is hiring for this role. Industry: Offices of Lawyers. Sector: 54.