Civil litigation legal assistant

Murphy & Riley, P.C.
Danvers, MA

Civil Litigation Legal Assistant

Murphy & Riley is looking for a full-time Legal Assistant with 3 - 5 years’ experience to provide secretarial and paralegal support to one or two attorneys in the firm’s Danvers office by providing litigation support including e-filing, case file management, legal research, and document preparation. A thorough understanding of court rules and procedural requirements, a high attention to detail, and strong organizational skills are required.

Responsibilities include:

  • Managing attorney calendars, scheduling depositions, hearings, and meetings, managing travel arrangements, opening new files, entering time, and preparing expense reports.
  • Preparing and e-filing court documents (state and federal), drafting pleadings, discovery responses, and motions, conducting legal research, and organizing exhibits.
  • Maintaining electronic and physical case files, communicating with clients, opposing counsel, and court staff.
  • Assisting with trial preparation, gathering documents, and preparing witnesses.

Annual base salary for this position is $60,000 to $75,000, commensurate with experience and qualifications. Please submit your cover letter and resume to [email protected].

Murphy & Riley, P.C. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Disability insurance
  • Flexible spending account
  • Free parking
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Paid sick time
  • Paid time off
  • Parental leave
  • Retirement plan

Education:

  • Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

  • Insurance defense litigation: 3 years (Required)

Work Location: In person

Posted 2026-04-23

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