Litigation Paralegal

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

📋 Description

• Provide assistance with pleadings, discovery, correspondence, court filings, and service of process.

• Track and manage open records requests, affidavits of service, court deadlines, and case calendars.

• Monitor ongoing cases, pinpoint outstanding tasks, and escalate issues that require attorney intervention.

• Request, organize, and track medical records as well as billing statements.

• Follow up with healthcare providers and prepare summaries of medical treatment and billing.

• Identify any missing documentation and ensure case files are complete.

• Conduct lien searches and coordinate Medicaid requests.

• Monitor medical liens, outstanding balances, and settlement obligations.

• Prepare settlement distribution statements and closing documents for attorney review.

• Communicate effectively with clients, providers, insurers, opposing offices, process servers, and government agencies.

• Draft routine correspondence and follow up on pending documents and requests.

• Maintain electronic files, case notes, calendars, and expense records.

• Assist with filings, service fees, incoming correspondence, and other administrative tasks related to cases.

• Perform all tasks under the supervision of an attorney and refer substantive legal questions and settlement advice to the assigned attorney.

⛳️ Requirements

• A minimum of 5 years of relevant legal experience.

• A law degree from a recognized university in Mexico or any other Latin American country.

• Proficient in written and spoken English at an advanced level.

• Strong skills in legal research, drafting, organization, document review, and deadline management.

• Capability to manage multiple cases independently and provide precise status updates.

• Reliable internet connection.

• A private workspace for conducting work.

• A commitment to confidentiality and information security.

• Experience with a U.S. law firm, particularly in personal injury litigation or civil litigation, is preferred.

• Familiarity with discovery, pleadings, court filings, service of process, and litigation calendars is preferred; knowledge of Georgia procedures is a bonus.

• Experience with medical records, billing, liens, and settlement documentation is preferred.

• Familiarity with MyCase or other similar case-management software is preferred.

• Shortlisted candidates may be required to complete a written assessment of English and legal-support skills.

🏝️ Benefits

• Fully remote work arrangement.

• Business hours aligned with U.S. Eastern Time.

• Practical exposure to U.S. litigation, discovery, medical records, liens, and settlement procedures.

• Opportunities for learning and taking on increased responsibilities.

• Hands-on experience with U.S. personal injury litigation.

• Close collaboration with experienced trial attorneys.

• Opportunities to enhance litigation-support expertise.

• Continuous professional development opportunities.