Posted Jun 2, 2026
Focused on employment and labor law since 1958, Jackson Lewis P.C.'s 1,000+ attorneys located in major cities nationwide consistently identify and respond to new ways workplace law intersects business. We help employers develop proactive strategies, strong policies and business-oriented solutions to cultivate high-functioning workforces that are engaged and stable, and share our clients' goals to emphasize belonging and respect for the contributions of every employee. The Firm is ranked in the First Tier nationally in the category of Labor and Employment Litigation, as well as in both Employment Law and Labor Law on behalf of Management, in the U.S. News - Best Lawyers® "Best Law Firms". Focused on employment and labor law since 1958, Jackson Lewis P.C.'s 1,000+ attorneys located in major cities nationwide consistently identify and respond to new ways workplace law intersects business. We help employers develop proactive strategies, strong policies and business-oriented solutions to cultivate high-functioning workforces that are engaged and stable, and share our clients' goals to emphasize belonging and respect for the contributions of every employee. The Firm is ranked in the First Tier nationally in the category of Labor and Employment Litigation, as well as in both Employment Law and Labor Law on behalf of Management, in the U.S. News - Best Lawyers® "Best Law Firms". Focused on employment and labor law since 1958, Jackson Lewis P.C.'s 1,000+ attorneys located in major cities nationwide consistently identify and respond to new ways workplace law intersects business. We help employers develop proactive strategies, strong policies and business-oriented solutions to cultivate high-functioning workforces that are engaged and stable, and share our clients' goals to emphasize belonging and respect for the contributions of every employee. Job Summary The legal secretary/administrative assistant supports multiple immigration attorneys and paralegals. This critical team member will have strong skills in both legal and administrative support. The focus of the legal administrative assistant support functions include but are not limited to drafting, revising, editing and formatting correspondence and documents with great attention to detail. Other functions include calendar maintenance, managing attorney expenses, submitting invoices, and travel arrangements. The successful candidate is a very organized, detail-oriented team player possessing at least 2 years recent immigration secretary experience (including electronic filing). Essential Functions Engage in the work of the attorney by demonstrating knowledge and status of current cases and projects, utilizing available resources in order to achieve. Provide support for four+ attorneys and paralegals in immigration law matters and backup support as needed. Interact with internal departments, outside agencies, vendors and clients. Draft/revise/proofread correspondence and other documents as directed. Handle a wide variety of confidential time-sensitive material. Work with teams to complete conflict checks and open new client engagements as requested; and maintain docketing for immigration attorneys. Maintain calendars, CLE, reports and time records. Coordinate travel arrangements as needed; assist with expense reimbursement. Other office administrative functions as needed including data entry, filing client documents into document management system, preparing and sending client documents via USPS and overnight delivery services, photocopying and scanning Qualifications/Skills Required At least 2 years recent experience in a legal administrative assistant role within a law firm supporting immigration attorneys and paralegals a plus. Familiarity with state and federal rules and procedures, as well as procedures with state and federal agencies. Strong verbal and written communication skills, as well as excellent proofreading skills. Ability to timely respond to deadlines, balance workload and take initiative. Proficient with Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Experience with law firm software including expense, document management, etc. is a plus. Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work well in cooperative, small office environment in a large firm, and communicate with attorneys and support staff on every level. Punctual with excellent attendance. Educational Requirements High School diploma or equivalent required. 4-year college degree preferred. For Massachusetts, the expected salary range for this position is between $36.00 and $42.00. The actual compensation will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law. Jackson Lewis offers a competitive benefits package that includes: • Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance • 401(k) Retirement Plan • Flexible Spending & Health Savings Account • Firm-paid holidays, vacation, and sick time • Employee assistance program and other firm benefits. We are a preeminent workplace law firm dedicated to our clients and passionate about providing the highest quality, creative and effective representation of employers on the full range of employment and labor law matters, through offices strategically located throughout the country. We provide a rewarding and collegial work environment for the leading attorneys in our field. We work hard to preserve the values that make Jackson Lewis a gratifying place to practice law. We are a law firm where people know each other and work together to best serve our clients.
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