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Position Summary Our Boston, MA office is looking for a Practice Assistant to join our growing firm. On a day-to-day basis, the Practice Assistant works under the direction of attorneys and paralegals to whom they are assigned. Under general supervision, they support the delivery of quality legal services to clients by providing secretarial and administrative assistance, performing complex and specialized clerical tasks, and collaborating with others in a team-oriented environment. This position supports multiple attorneys as primary assignments and also provides backup secretarial assistance to other attorneys as assigned. The Practice Assistant may also provide backup to the receptionist as necessary, depending on the size of the office.
Essential Functions
Preparing Documents: Using word processing and document management software, the Practice Assistant prepares and processes correspondence and memoranda as well as complex legal documents according to the requirements set by each practice group. They independently compose and draft routine cover letters and documents, proofread for formatting, spelling, grammar, prepare revisions and redlines, and prepare documents for e-filing.
Processes Mail: Reviews and routes incoming mail and fax communications. Prepares and processes outgoing mail and faxes, arranging for specialized services as required. Ensures all attachments, exhibits and enclosures are included.
Maintains Calendar: Maintains and updates the calendars for assigned attorneys, including meetings, appointments, due dates and client-related activities.
Maintains Files: Maintains paper and electronic files in compliance with internal policies. Performs routine filing and retrieves files as needed. Maintains chronological files and administrative files for assigned attorneys.
Timekeeping: Prepares time entries for assigned attorneys and submits them in a timely manner. Prepares expense reimbursement and disbursement requests. Prepares billing letters and coordinates client billing matters with the Billing Department in Greenville.
General Administrative Support: Prepares and processes new matter documents. Receives and screens phone calls and takes messages as required. Receives and directs clients and visitors. Coordinates travel arrangements, prepares itineraries, and prepares travel expense reports. Schedules meetings and arranges for conference rooms and meals. Communicates effectively and professionally with clients and with others in the Firm. Is proactive in anticipating the business needs of the assigned attorneys; plans ahead and meets deadlines.
The Practice Assistant may be responsible for additional administrative assistance and may, on occasion:
Assist with mentoring new office staff
Assist with piloting new software
Requirements
4+ years of experience as a practice assistant or legal secretary
Knowledge of legal terminology, legal documents and legal processes
Accurate typing of at least 70 words per minute
Strong computer proficiency in the use of MS Office, document management, time entry, e-filing and database software
Excellent communication skills, written and verbal
Understanding of correct grammar, spelling and punctuation
Strong proofreading skills
Superior organizational skills including filing, calendaring, and proofreading
Time management skills and ability to work independently as well as with a team
Regular predictable attendance
Benefits Ogletree Deakins offers a robust suite of benefits for our staff, including Paid Time Off, Paid Sick Leave, a 401(k) matching program, Profit Sharing, Paid Holidays, Paid Parental Leave, affordable Health and Life Insurance including Dental & Vision coverage, Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Accounts, Tuition Reimbursement, and an Employee Assistance Program.
Contact Information If you have questions, please e-mail Lily James at lily.james@ogletree.com with "Practice Assistant – Boston" in the subject line.
Please note, applications submitted via e-mail will not be considered.
Firm Overview Ogletree Deakins is one of the largest labor and employment law firms representing management in all types of employment-related legal matters. Best Law Firms® has named Ogletree Deakins a “Law Firm of the Year” for 14 consecutive years. In the 2025 edition, the publication named Ogletree Deakins its “Law Firm of the Year” in the Litigation – Labor and Employment category. Ogletree Deakins has more than 1,100 attorneys located in 60 offices across the United States and in Europe, Canada, and Mexico. The firm represents a diverse range of clients, including many of the Fortune 50 companies in the U.S.
We are fully committed to the importance of diversity within the legal profession, as well as all workplace environments.
Equal Opportunity Employer.
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Administrative
Industries Law Practice
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Practice Assistant
role at
Ogletree Deakins
Position Summary Our Boston, MA office is looking for a Practice Assistant to join our growing firm. On a day-to-day basis, the Practice Assistant works under the direction of attorneys and paralegals to whom they are assigned. Under general supervision, they support the delivery of quality legal services to clients by providing secretarial and administrative assistance, performing complex and specialized clerical tasks, and collaborating with others in a team-oriented environment. This position supports multiple attorneys as primary assignments and also provides backup secretarial assistance to other attorneys as assigned. The Practice Assistant may also provide backup to the receptionist as necessary, depending on the size of the office.
Essential Functions
Preparing Documents: Using word processing and document management software, the Practice Assistant prepares and processes correspondence and memoranda as well as complex legal documents according to the requirements set by each practice group. They independently compose and draft routine cover letters and documents, proofread for formatting, spelling, grammar, prepare revisions and redlines, and prepare documents for e-filing.
Processes Mail: Reviews and routes incoming mail and fax communications. Prepares and processes outgoing mail and faxes, arranging for specialized services as required. Ensures all attachments, exhibits and enclosures are included.
Maintains Calendar: Maintains and updates the calendars for assigned attorneys, including meetings, appointments, due dates and client-related activities.
Maintains Files: Maintains paper and electronic files in compliance with internal policies. Performs routine filing and retrieves files as needed. Maintains chronological files and administrative files for assigned attorneys.
Timekeeping: Prepares time entries for assigned attorneys and submits them in a timely manner. Prepares expense reimbursement and disbursement requests. Prepares billing letters and coordinates client billing matters with the Billing Department in Greenville.
General Administrative Support: Prepares and processes new matter documents. Receives and screens phone calls and takes messages as required. Receives and directs clients and visitors. Coordinates travel arrangements, prepares itineraries, and prepares travel expense reports. Schedules meetings and arranges for conference rooms and meals. Communicates effectively and professionally with clients and with others in the Firm. Is proactive in anticipating the business needs of the assigned attorneys; plans ahead and meets deadlines.
The Practice Assistant may be responsible for additional administrative assistance and may, on occasion:
Assist with mentoring new office staff
Assist with piloting new software
Requirements
4+ years of experience as a practice assistant or legal secretary
Knowledge of legal terminology, legal documents and legal processes
Accurate typing of at least 70 words per minute
Strong computer proficiency in the use of MS Office, document management, time entry, e-filing and database software
Excellent communication skills, written and verbal
Understanding of correct grammar, spelling and punctuation
Strong proofreading skills
Superior organizational skills including filing, calendaring, and proofreading
Time management skills and ability to work independently as well as with a team
Regular predictable attendance
Benefits Ogletree Deakins offers a robust suite of benefits for our staff, including Paid Time Off, Paid Sick Leave, a 401(k) matching program, Profit Sharing, Paid Holidays, Paid Parental Leave, affordable Health and Life Insurance including Dental & Vision coverage, Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Accounts, Tuition Reimbursement, and an Employee Assistance Program.
Contact Information If you have questions, please e-mail Lily James at lily.james@ogletree.com with "Practice Assistant – Boston" in the subject line.
Please note, applications submitted via e-mail will not be considered.
Firm Overview Ogletree Deakins is one of the largest labor and employment law firms representing management in all types of employment-related legal matters. Best Law Firms® has named Ogletree Deakins a “Law Firm of the Year” for 14 consecutive years. In the 2025 edition, the publication named Ogletree Deakins its “Law Firm of the Year” in the Litigation – Labor and Employment category. Ogletree Deakins has more than 1,100 attorneys located in 60 offices across the United States and in Europe, Canada, and Mexico. The firm represents a diverse range of clients, including many of the Fortune 50 companies in the U.S.
We are fully committed to the importance of diversity within the legal profession, as well as all workplace environments.
Equal Opportunity Employer.
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Administrative
Industries Law Practice
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