Litigation Legal Assistant

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Chile, +6 more countries.

📋 Description

• Precisely transcribe attorney dictation into written documents.

• Evaluate potential matters and cultivate professional relationships with prospective clients.

• Assist in litigation preparation, including organization of exhibits and evidence.

• Provide support to attorneys during trial preparation and proceedings.

• Prioritize and handle multiple tasks in a dynamic legal environment.

• Ensure that legal documents are completed accurately and submitted within deadlines.

• Prepare pleadings, motions, subpoenas, disclosures, discovery documents, witness lists, exhibit lists, and legal correspondence.

• Aid attorneys in drafting and proofreading legal documents.

• Support attorneys and team members with additional legal and administrative responsibilities as assigned.

• Organize, maintain, and update case files and databases effectively.

• Assist attorneys in ensuring compliance with legal procedures and court requirements.

• Manage scheduling conflicts and coordinate updates to calendars.

• Schedule appointments, depositions, court appearances, and meetings.

• Perform filing, document management, copying, and general office support tasks.

• Handle incoming and outgoing communications, including phone calls, emails, mail, and faxes.

• Conduct interviews with prospective clients and gather pertinent case information.

• Monitor and manage case deadlines, filings, and court appearances.

• Coordinate communication among clients, attorneys, medical providers, lienholders, and court personnel.

• Maintain proactive communication with clients and provide updates on their cases.

• Address client inquiries and concerns promptly.

• Collect necessary information and documents from clients.

⛳️ Requirements

• Available Monday through Friday, from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM EST.

• At least 2 years of experience as a Legal Assistant.

• An Associate's degree or higher in Legal Studies, Paralegal Studies, or a related field is preferred.

• Familiarity with legal terminology, court procedures, and Michigan state laws is required.

• Experience in supporting litigation matters and preparing legal documents is preferred.

• Proficiency in legal research tools and case management software is required.

• Strong skills in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook are required.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism while managing sensitive legal information.

• Capability to communicate in both English and Spanish is required.

🏝️ Benefits

• Opportunity for remote work.

• Certification as a Great Place to Work.

• Guidance from recruiters throughout the application process.