Description Our client, a successful mid-sized law firm in Boston, is seeking a Legal Assistant to join their team in the Family Law department. In this role, you will play a key part in assisting with administrative tasks for multiple attorneys within the family law department in cases including divorce, custody, child support, alimony, adoption, and domestic violence matters. Location: Boston, MA Salary: $65,000 - $75,000 (DOE) + great benefits Role: Legal Assistant - Family Law Schedule: First few months in person, then hybrid (3 days in, 2 days remote) Responsibilities: + Manage and coordinate court filings through electronic filing systems. + Maintain and organize attorneys’ schedules, including appointments, deadlines, and court dates. + Processing incoming and outgoing mail. + Managing client payments and invoices, ensuring payment from clients on monthly invoices + Draft and send precise and well-crafted email correspondence to clients and legal contacts. + Record and track attorney time entries for billing purposes. + Oversee case management processes to ensure accurate documentation and timely updates. + Communicate regularly with clients, court staff, couriers and constables to address inquiries and provide updates. + Process vendor invoices and ensure accurate record-keeping. + Assist with administrative tasks to support the smooth operation of the family law team. + Collaborate with attorneys to prepare legal documents and case materials. Requirements Requirements: + Minimum 1 year of experience as a legal assistant (family law experience not required but it is preferred). + Knowledge of Aderant, Microsoft Office, and iManage preferred + Attention to detail + Strong organizational skills + Empathetic and professional demeanor when working with clients in emotional or sensitive situations + Strong problem-solving and analytical skills Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. Robert Half is not a law firm and does not provide legal representation. Robert Half project lawyers do not constitute a law firm among themselves. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .