Litigation Legal Administrative Assistant

Job overview

The Litigation Legal Administrative Assistant works in a hybrid arrangement in Boston, MA, with three days in the office and two days remote. Compensation is $75,000–$90,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications. The role supports attorneys and paralegals handling complex civil litigation in the Boston office of a nationally recognized litigation law firm. The assistant provides high-level administrative and litigation support, helping attorneys manage legal documents, court filings, deadlines, billing tasks, and trial preparation. The role contributes to accurate, timely case work and dependable support for the litigation team.

What you'll do

• Provide administrative and secretarial support to attorneys and paralegals
• draft, format, edit, and proofread legal documents
• prepare tables of contents and authorities
• assist with motions, discovery, hearings, and trial preparation
• electronically file documents with Massachusetts state and federal courts
• manage calendars and deadlines
• coordinate travel and expenses
• review time entries, invoices, and prebills
• assist with conflict checks and new matter procedures
• provide telephone and client support.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

litigation legal administrative assistant

legal administration

complex civil litigation

hybrid

boston ma

court filing

massachusetts courts

legal documents

trial preparation

calendar management

coastal wave recruiting

$75k–$90k

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• life insurance
• 401(k)
• paid time off
• cell phone stipend
• technology reimbursement/support
• fitness reimbursement
• professional liability coverage
• identity protection benefits
• hybrid work flexibility.

Why this role

Hybrid schedule of three office days and two remote days; comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), paid time off, and reimbursements.

About the employer

Coastal Wave Recruiting is hiring for this role. Industry: Offices of Lawyers. Sector: 54.