Remote Legal Assistant – Full-time Support for US/UK Law Teams

About the role

We are looking for a meticulous Remote Legal Assistant to provide comprehensive administrative and legal support to our team handling US and UK matters. This full-time position involves drafting documents, managing case files, and conducting legal research.

Key responsibilities

• Draft, format and proofread legal documents such as motions, contracts, pleadings and correspondence.
• Organise and maintain physical and electronic case files, ensuring accurate archiving.
• Conduct legal research using LexisNexis, Westlaw or PACER.
• Act as liaison between attorneys, clients, opposing counsel and court personnel.
• Manage legal calendars, schedule depositions, hearings and meetings.
• File documents with courts and government agencies in compliance with legal standards.
• Handle telephone calls, email correspondence and billing tasks.

Required profile

• 3-5 years of experience as a legal assistant, paralegal or legal secretary in US or UK law.
• Bachelor’s degree in Law or a Paralegal Certification.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to handle confidential information.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• High-speed, stable internet connection and reliable power supply.

Required skills

• Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Legal management software.
• LexisNexis.
• Westlaw.
• PACER.