Paralegal Assistant - Private Wealth Services; Hybrid

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Location
Boston, MA
Position is based in our Boston office.

We are seeking a Paralegal Assistant to join our team. The Paralegal Assistant provides assistance to paralegals and/or practice assistant teams with a broad range of clerical case-related supporting activities. This includes tasks such as document numbering and organization, labeling folders, filing and other various projects that do not require advanced training or substantive knowledge of the transaction or litigation. Files, organize and retrieve documents arranged systematically according to the firm’s system.

Performs work under direct supervision. Handles basic issues and problems, and refers more complex issues to higher-level staff. In some practice areas, may have an annual billable requirement of 650 hours. In this hybrid position, you will have the opportunity to collaborate with colleagues both in person and virtually.

• Under the direction of a paralegal or attorney, applies knowledge to assist in gathering documents and information for assignments.
• Collaborates with team to conduct research and analyze documents to prepare reports of findings.
• Prepares materials (files and/or binders) for trial, arbitrations, mediations, closings, and other practice specific events/meetings.
• Compiles documents in support of briefs and to organize document productions.
• May be responsible for UCC filings/renewals/lien searches.
• Maintains status report of open issues.
• Performs physical and electronic filing, indexing and active file maintenance.
• Performs special projects and other duties as assigned. This may include backup for other office support areas.

• A minimum of 1 year in paralegal legal support or related experience.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office tools.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Preferred experience with database and supporting a legal practice group.
• Accurate computer typing skills.
• Written communication skills.
• Ability to lift heavy boxes weighing 35 pounds.

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or the equivalent combination in education and experience.

The base salary range for this position is $27.80 - $41.80/hour. An individual's actual compensation will depend on the individual's qualifications and experience. In addition to the base compensation, Holland & Knight provides bonus opportunities and an exceptional benefits package.

• Comprehensive medical (PPO and HDHPs), dental and vision plans including coverage for domestic partners.
• Life and AD&D insurance.
• Short and long term disability insurance.
• Tax-advantaged accounts for health care expenses, including FSAs and HSAs; FSAs for dependent care.
• Health advocacy services; behavioral health and counseling resources for all family members.
• 401(k); profit sharing; pre-tax transit and parking program; backup dependent care; senior care planning support; resources for individuals with development disabilities and their caregivers; paid holidays and other paid time off, including paid leave for new parents.

Holland & Knight is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related conditions, transgender status, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status or any other factor prohibited by law.

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