Legal Assistant (Family Law) (Job ID: CONTIA1)

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🇬🇧 C1 ENGLISH LEVEL IS REQUIRED.
The selected candidate will be speaking strictly in English during their entire shift.
🎤 PLEASE SUBMIT YOUR RESUME AND AUDIO RECORDING IN ENGLISH
* Job Details
JOB TITLE
Legal Assistant (Family Law)
JOB ID
CONTIA1
INDUSTRY
Legal / Family Law
LOCATION
LATAM
JOB STATUS
Part-time (20 hours/week)
WORK SCHEDULE
Monday to Friday within the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. EST, with a preference for morning availability.
SALARY
$8 - $10 per hour
TARGET START DATE
ASAP

ROLE OVERVIEW

* The client is a U.S. based solo family law firm seeking a highly dependable and proactive Legal Assistant to provide ongoing administrative and legal support in a remote environment. The firm values integrity, accountability, and strong communication above all else and is looking for someone who can work independently while maintaining professionalism, confidentiality, and attention to detail. This role will support day to day legal operations and help streamline processes during a period of continued growth.
* The Legal Assistant will support the client with a combination of legal administrative tasks, case management support, client communication, and document preparation. This position requires someone who is highly organized, comfortable working remotely, and capable of managing responsibilities with minimal supervision. The ideal candidate is confident, detail oriented, and proactive enough to communicate openly, suggest improvements, and take ownership of their work. This is a part time position with potential for growth in both hours and compensation over time.
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• Draft and format pleadings, motions, legal correspondence, and other documents using templates provided by the client

Assist with document preparation and maintain accuracy and consistency across legal files
Support case organization and ensure documentation is properly stored and updated
* Conduct client and witness interviews to gather information and summarize findings clearly
Maintain professional communication with clients while handling sensitive information confidentially
Follow up on pending information and ensure proper documentation of conversations
* Manage calendars, deadlines, appointments, and task tracking
Organize digital files and create and maintain document naming conventions
Assist with general law firm administrative support and workflow coordination
* Conduct light legal research using public resources and legal databases provided by the client
Learn and navigate cloud based legal practice management platforms such as MyCase or similar systems
Adapt quickly to new tools and internal processes during onboarding
* Communicate proactively regarding deadlines, questions, or potential issues
Work independently while maintaining alignment with the client’s expectations and priorities
Provide thoughtful feedback, suggestions, and process improvements when appropriate
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• 2+ years of experience as a Legal Assistant, Paralegal, or similar legal support role

Previous experience supporting U.S. based law firms remotely
Strong English communication skills, both written and verbal
Experience with legal documentation, scheduling, and administrative support
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Availability to work 20 hours per week within Eastern Time business hours, preferably mornings
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism at all times
Preferred
Experience working within family law environments
Familiarity with MyCase or similar legal practice management platforms
Experience conducting client intake or witness interviews
Experience performing light legal research
Exposure to social media management or content coordination
* Personality Traits
High level of integrity and accountability
Proactive and solution oriented mindset
Comfortable communicating openly and honestly
Confident enough to make suggestions and provide feedback when needed
Strong sense of ownership and responsibility
Adaptable, resourceful, and quick to learn
Comfortable working independently in a remote environment
Mature, professional, and dependable

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