Paralegal (Freelance)

In this role, you will support a litigation law firm team, assisting them with various tasks including client intake, legal research, case discovery, legal writing, client liaison, court filings, and legal document preparation. You will join a successful law firm in the US and be assigned to work on personal injury and criminal cases. You'll be working 50 hrs/week during American business hours and get paid weekly.

Requirements and Responsibilities:

« Case management through all stages of litigation, up to and including mediation, settlement, and trial

« Calendar management, including managing attorney calendar, calendaring deadlines, statutes, coordinating and scheduling depositions, mediations, hearings, and other appearances

« Experience in filing and e-filing in State, Appellate, and Federal Courts· Experience in propounding and responding to discovery· Experience drafting pleadings, motions, correspondence, memoranda, notices, and other legal documents

« Experience in case management database(s) and documenting all actions related to case activity

« Provide excellent customer service while speaking to clients including frequent verbal and written case related updates

« Provide accurate translation between attorney and clients

Qualification & Experience Requirements

« Experience in criminal law is a must

« Experience in personal injury is a plus

« Fluent in advanced American English, written and oral

« Bachelor's degree in Law or/and a Juris Doctor degree

« Experience in conducting legal intakes, managing calendars, and scheduling appointments.

« Experience working as a paralegal to a law firm for 2+ years

« Experience in legal research, case discovery, and legal writing

« Experience using legal software like Clio, LexisNexis, MyCase

« Excellent personal presentation and telephone manner