Job Description
The Legal Assistant / Paralegal will support attorneys and staff with a variety of tasks essential to the daily operations of a multi-state collections practice, including case management, document preparation, electronic filing, and client file maintenance. This is a full-time, in-person role that offers the opportunity to work directly with an experienced legal team in a collaborative environment.
Key Responsibilities
• Draft, review, and prepare legal documents, pleadings, and correspondence
• Manage case files and maintain accurate, up-to-date records across multiple jurisdictions
• Handle electronic filing with state and federal courts in Rhode Island, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Maine, and Vermont
• Track deadlines, hearings, and court dates to ensure timely compliance
• Utilize Microsoft Excel and legal software to organize, analyze, and report on case data
• Communicate professionally with clients, opposing counsel, court personnel, and third parties
• Provide general administrative and clerical support to attorneys as needed
Required Qualifications
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, including the ability to build, manage, and interpret spreadsheets
• Prior experience using legal software programs (case management, collections, or e-filing platforms)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills and strong attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a deadline-driven environment
Preferred Qualifications
• Prior experience with electronic filing in state or federal court
• Prior experience drafting legal documents, pleadings, or correspondence
• Prior work experience in a law firm or similar legal environment
Compensation & Benefits
• Salary commensurate with experience
• Matching 401(k) retirement plan
• Full-time, in-person position at our Barrington, Rhode Island office
Company Description
Our busy, collections-based law firm handles an active caseload across Rhode Island, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Maine, and Vermont. We are a fast-paced, client-focused practice looking to add a dedicated Legal Assistant / Paralegal to our team at our Barrington, Rhode Island office.
Our busy, collections-based law firm handles an active caseload across Rhode Island, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Maine, and Vermont. We are a fast-paced, client-focused practice looking to add a dedicated Legal Assistant / Paralegal to our team at our Barrington, Rhode Island office.