Overview
Legal Assistant – Probate Litigation (PERM) Jobs in Boston, MA at Connexion Systems and Engineering, Inc.
Title: Legal Assistant – Probate Litigation (PERM)
Company: Connexion Systems and Engineering, Inc.
Location: Boston, MA
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Title: Legal Assistant (Probate Litigation)
Hiring Organization: Connexion Systems & Engineering
Compensation, Benefits, And Employment Type
- Duration: direct hire / full time
- Pay rate: $80,000 – $95,000 annually + discretionary bonus + comprehensive benefits
- Job Location: Boston, MA
- Schedule: Monday – Friday, hybrid (3 days onsite, 2 days remote)
- Job#: bh19361
Description
Are you an experienced Legal Assistant with litigation experience who thrives in a fast-paced, client-focused environment? We are seeking a highly organized professional to support attorneys in a busy Probate Litigation practice. This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative legal team where your attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple priorities will make an immediate impact.
What You’ll Do
As a Legal Assistant, you’ll provide comprehensive administrative and litigation support while serving as a key point of coordination for attorneys and clients. Responsibilities include:
- Prepare, edit, format, and proofread legal documents and correspondence
- Draft and assemble pleadings, motions, memoranda, discovery, notices, and other court filings
- Electronically file documents with state and federal courts
- Manage digital and physical client files while maintaining document organization and naming conventions
- Coordinate client and matter intake, engagement letters, and administrative workflows
- Support billing processes, including editing billing narratives and assisting with pre-bill review
- Monitor deadlines and proactively remind attorneys of critical dates and month-end requirements
- Conduct basic legal research using online resources and Lexis
- Coordinate travel arrangements and other administrative needs
- Collaborate with attorneys, legal assistants, and internal support teams to ensure exceptional client service
What We’re Looking For
- 2–4+ years of legal assistant or legal secretary experience, preferably supporting litigation practices
- Probate litigation experience is highly preferred
- Knowledge of court procedures, filing requirements, and electronic filing systems
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize competing deadlines
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to support multiple attorneys in a fast-paced environment
- High level of professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality
- Strong client service mindset and attention to detail
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint) and legal document management systems
- Experience with legal practice management, billing, and document management software is a plus
- Notary Public license (or ability to obtain shortly after hire)
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive salary: $80,000–$95,000, based on experience and qualifications
- Hybrid work schedule (3 days onsite / 2 days remote)
- Discretionary annual bonus
- Annual merit increases
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Life and disability insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Paid time off
If you’re an experienced Legal Assistant looking for a long-term opportunity with a collaborative team and a sophisticated litigation practice, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today!
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