Legal Assistant

🚨 Litigation Paralegal / Legal Assistant (Growth Opportunity) 🚨

💻 Remote

💰 $9.00/hour + Performance Bonuses

⏰ Full-Time | U.S. Business Hours

About the Role

We are seeking an exceptional Litigation Paralegal / Legal Assistant to become a key member of a growing U.S. law firm.

This is not a typical administrative legal support role. We are looking for someone who enjoys building client relationships, thrives on organization, and wants to take on increasingly substantive legal responsibilities over time.

You will work directly with the attorney, helping manage litigation deadlines, client communication, medical and evidentiary records, legal document preparation, and case organization. As the firm continues to grow, this role offers a clear path toward greater responsibility, leadership opportunities, and career advancement.

If you're looking for a long-term position where your contributions matter and your professional growth is actively supported, we'd love to hear from you.

Why Join Us?

⭐ Direct mentorship from an experienced attorney

⭐ Clear path for advancement and leadership opportunities

⭐ Ongoing training and professional development

⭐ Paid learning opportunities and legal education support

⭐ Performance-based bonuses

⭐ Opportunity to help shape systems and processes within a growing law firm

⭐ Long-term career growth—not just another remote job

Key Responsibilities

Litigation Support

* Maintain a flawless litigation calendar and track all court deadlines

* Calendar deadlines from court orders and legal filings

* Organize and maintain client files and case records

* Review records and assist with document organization

* Pull evidence excerpts and assemble supporting materials for attorney review

* Prepare forms, filings, and supporting documents for attorney review and signature

* Track billable time and maintain accurate billing records

* Assist with legal correspondence and routine document drafting

Client Communication

* Conduct client interviews to gather facts, symptoms, and supporting information

* Build strong client relationships through regular communication and follow-up

* Schedule appointments and meetings

* Provide case updates and assist with document collection

* Draft clear, professional client communications

Growth Responsibilities

Over time, the successful candidate will grow into:

* Reviewing records independently and identifying important evidence

* Drafting routine legal documents and correspondence

* Assisting with case strategy preparation

* Helping develop systems and workflows

* Supporting and potentially helping manage future legal support staff

Preferred Background

The strongest candidates will have experience in one or more of the following:

✔ Veterans Law

✔ Social Security Disability (SSA)

✔ Workers' Compensation

✔ Personal Injury

✔ General Litigation

✔ Medical Records Review

✔ Client Interviewing and Case Development

✔ U.S. Legal Support Experience

Required Skills

* Exceptional organization and attention to detail

* Strong deadline management skills

* Excellent written and verbal English communication

* Professional and empathetic client communication

* Ability to work independently while receiving direction and feedback

* Strong time-tracking and billing discipline

* Interest in long-term career growth

Technical Skills

* Microsoft Outlook

* Microsoft Word

* Microsoft Office Suite

* OneDrive

* Adobe Acrobat or PDF-XChange Editor

* Claude AI or similar AI tools

* Airtable (or willingness to learn)

* Ability to learn and adapt to proprietary legal software

Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who:

* Is warm, professional, and client-centered

* Writes clearly and effectively in plain English

* Has strong organizational instincts

* Takes ownership of their work

* Enjoys improving systems and processes

* Wants to grow into a leadership role

* Is reliable, meticulous, and deadline-driven

* Sees this as a long-term career opportunity

Application Requirements

To be considered, please be ready with the following:

* Updated Resume

* Writing Sample (a client email, legal correspondence, or similar writing example)

* Brief Introduction Video

Note: Candidates with demonstrated U.S. litigation experience and strong client communication skills will receive priority consideration.