Criminal Defense Virtual Assistant

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Latin America.

📋 Description

• Maintain regular communication with clients and provide timely updates on case progress.

• Process criminal cases in preparation for trial, which includes handling legal documents, data entry, and correspondence.

• Complete a daily court calendar, secure jury panels, and issue discovery materials to defense attorneys.

• Prepare subpoenas and cancel them once trials are completed, dismissed, or postponed.

• Enter revocation petitions and organize files for court proceedings.

• Request documentation related to criminal history, encompassing national, state, and local records, booking photos, arrest records, juvenile histories, and Bureau of Motor Vehicles records.

• Carry out various office-related tasks to support departmental functions, including providing backup for colleagues and handling front desk responsibilities that involve direct interaction with the public regarding criminal complaints.

⛳️ Requirements

• A minimum of 1 year of experience in Criminal Defense is required.

• Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish is mandatory.

• Paralegal or legal experience is essential.

• Familiarity with Case Management Software is necessary.

• Must be based in LATAM.

🏝️ Benefits

• An equal opportunity employer committed to fair employment practices.

• A work environment that is inclusive, open, and diverse.