Job Description
YOU MUST BE BASED IN THE US TO BE CONSIDERED!!
This is a part-time remote position. If you are looking for a full-time position, supplemental income along with your current full-time position, or if you do not want a 1099 position, this is not the role for you.
The pay rate is $25/hour with 8+ years of experience. We consider our team members for regular pay rate increases, every 6 months, between the range of $25–35/hour.
Responsibilities may include:
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Drafting, formatting, and proofreading legal documents, correspondence, and reports.
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Conducting legal research and summarizing findings for attorney review.
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Assisting with case preparation, including organizing discovery materials and managing case files.
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Supporting litigation processes such as document review, deposition preparation, and trial binders.
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Filing legal documents in state and federal courts, including e-filing where applicable.
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Communicating professionally with clients, courts, and third parties on behalf of attorneys.
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Managing attorney calendars, scheduling meetings, and tracking important deadlines.
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Maintaining accurate and organized records, both electronic and physical, related to active cases and client matters.
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Supporting a variety of practice areas including litigation, contracts, real estate, probate, or general legal matters depending on client need.
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Ensuring confidentiality and compliance with ethical and professional standards at all times.
Qualifications and Skills:
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Minimum of 10 years of experience as a Paralegal in a law firm or in-house legal department.
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Familiarity with a variety of legal areas such as litigation, contracts, real estate, or family law.
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Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Google Workspace; ability to learn and adapt to new software tools.
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Comfortable navigating legal research tools (Westlaw, LexisNexis, or similar platforms).
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Excellent organizational and time-management skills with a strong attention to detail.
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Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines in a remote environment.
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Strong written and verbal communication skills; professional phone and email etiquette.
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High level of integrity and discretion when handling confidential legal information.
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Tech-savvy and proactive with a willingness to take initiative.