Job Description

Our fast-paced criminal law firm is seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized legal assistant to support our attorneys and paralegals in delivering exceptional service to clients. In this role, you’ll assist with the preparation of legal documents, manage office communications—including phone calls, emails, and correspondence—and coordinate meetings while tracking important deadlines. If you have experience in a legal setting, thrive under pressure, and are looking for a meaningful and rewarding role in the legal field, we’d love to hear from you. This position is open to candidates who are based in the U.S. and authorized to work here; visa sponsorship is not available. Responsibilities:

• Opening and Closing Cases - CRM
• Processing Court updates - Physical and CRM
• Scheduling meetings - Attorney/Client
• Monitoring Inboxes - processing emails and integrations
• Tracking case stages
• Mailing correspondence, answering phones
• Work within the firm's established policies and procedures for processing client communications, court paperwork, and internal and external documents

Qualifications:

• College degree is preferred, but will accept significant legal or office work experience
• Minimum of 2-3 years previous experience working in a law firm or professional office environment performing administrative tasks, including scheduling appointments, and use of CRM software
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines with quick turnaround times
• Knowledge of legal software, case management, and docketing programs is a plus
• Proficient in Mac computer OS, Apple Mail, Google Suite
• Strong customer service, organization, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work on a team

About Company: The Maine Legal Group is a well-established criminal defense and family law firm with a strong reputation for providing high-quality, results-driven legal assistance in a supportive and respectful environment. We see the legal profession as more than a job—it’s a way of life. Join our collegial team, where collaboration, growth, and shared success are valued. Candidates must reside in Maine or New Hampshire. This role offers flexibility to work from home or at any of our Maine offices - Kennebunk, Portland, or Brunswick, as needed. We offer a competitive salary based on experience, with comprehensive health benefits, a 401(k), and other financial perks, and the opportunity to grow with a quickly expanding firm.

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