Legal Administrative Assistant Job at Donahue, Tucker & Ciandella, PLLC in Ports
Donahue, Tucker & Ciandella, PLLC, Portsmouth, NH, United States, 00215
Overview
Now Hiring: Full-Time Legal Administrative Assistant – Portsmouth Office
Location: Portsmouth, NH
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
About Us
Donahue, Tucker & Ciandella, PLLC (DTC Lawyers) is a full-service law firm serving clients across New Hampshire for over 40 years. With offices in Exeter, Portsmouth, and Meredith, we represent municipalities, businesses, and individuals in a wide range of legal matters. Our team is known for professionalism, responsiveness, and a commitment to delivering high-quality legal services with a personal touch.
About the Role
We are seeking a reliable, organized, and professional Legal Administrative Assistant to join our Portsmouth office. This full-time, in-office role provides essential administrative and legal support to attorneys and staff. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, efficient, and able to work well in a fast-paced legal environment while maintaining excellent client service and confidentiality.
Key Responsibilities
- Draft, proofread, and format legal documents and correspondence
- Organize and maintain case files, both digital and physical
- Manage attorney calendars, schedule meetings, and coordinate deadlines
- Communicate professionally with clients, courts, and vendors
- Answer phones, route calls, and relay accurate messages
- Handle incoming/outgoing mail, filings, and document deliveries
- Provide general administrative and case support to attorneys and legal staff
- Support team coverage across offices when needed
What We’re Looking For
- Prior experience as a legal administrative assistant or in a professional office setting (law firm preferred)
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
- Strong written and verbal communication
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel)
- Familiarity with legal terminology and confidentiality standards
- Ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize effectively
- Professional, team-oriented, and dependable
What We Offer
- Competitive salary, commensurate with experience
- Full benefits package, including health insurance, 401(k), paid time off, and firm holidays
- Opportunities for training and professional growth
To Apply
Please email your resume and a brief cover letter to careers@dtclawyers.com with “Portsmouth Legal Administrative Assistant Application” in the subject line.
Seniority level
- Entry level
Employment type
- Full-time
Job function
- Legal
Industries
- Law Practice