Remote Legal Assistant (Paralegal)

About the role

We are seeking a remote Legal Assistant (Paralegal) to support attorneys and legal teams with both administrative and substantive tasks. The role focuses on efficient case management, regulatory compliance, and maintaining organized legal operations while working from LATAM or the Caribbean.

Key responsibilities

• Draft, review, and format legal documents such as contracts, pleadings, motions, affidavits, and correspondence under attorney supervision.
• Conduct legal research using online databases, summarize findings, and prepare reports for attorney review.
• Organize and maintain digital case files, ensuring accuracy, up‑to‑date information, and proper categorization.
• Monitor legal deadlines, court dates, and filing requirements to guarantee timely submissions.
• Prepare and file legal documents with courts, government agencies, or regulatory bodies in compliance with jurisdictional rules.
• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, court personnel, and external stakeholders regarding case status and documentation requests.
• Assist in trial preparation, including organizing exhibits, witness lists, case summaries, and supporting materials.
• Review contracts and legal documents for completeness, consistency, and compliance.

Required profile

• Minimum 2 + years of proven experience as a paralegal or legal assistant.
• Strong knowledge of legal terminology, procedures, and documentation standards.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a remote work environment.
• High level of confidentiality and professionalism.

Required skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Experience with legal management software.

What we offer

• Competitive compensation and opportunities for career growth.
• Supportive remote work environment that values work‑life balance and professional development.