Bilingual Litigation Paralegal

Job Duck, LLC; Colombia; Remote; COP 60,384,000 - 73,881,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Parental leave

Professional development

Job summary

Job Duck, LLC is seeking a bilingual Litigation Paralegal to support a busy personal injury and litigation practice in a remote role. You will collaborate with attorneys to move active matters forward, meet deadlines, and maintain organized case files.

The ideal candidate has hands-on litigation support experience, strong drafting and communication skills, and excellent organization in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience supporting active litigation matters from inception to resolution.
• Strong drafting skills for petitions, pleadings, disclosures, and discovery requests/responses.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word and proper legal document formatting.
• Familiarity with legal practice management and document management systems.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate case notes, records, and litigation documents.
• Coordinate with opposing counsel and paralegals on scheduling and documentation.
• Review Rules of Civil Procedure and ensure compliance of tasks.
• Manage litigation calendars including depositions and hearings.
• Draft, organize, and maintain litigation files and related documents.
• Communicate with clients to obtain detailed, accurate information.
• Assist attorneys to progress litigation matters efficiently.

Skills

Litigation experience

Detail oriented

Communication skills

Drafting petitions/pleadings

Calendaring & deadlines

Tools

Microsoft Word

LexisNexis

Westlaw

Job description

JOB DUCK IS HIRING A BILINGUAL LITIGATION PARALEGAL

For ambitious, culturally diverse, curious minds seeking booming careers, Job Duck unlocks and nurtures your potential. We connect you with rewarding, remote job opportunities with US-based employers who recognize and appreciate your skills, allowing you to not just survive but thrive. As a lifestyle company we ensure that everybody working here has a fantastic time, which is why we’ve earned the Great Place to Work Certification for 4 years!

Role Overview

Job Duck is seeking an experienced and highly organized Bilingual Litigation Paralegal to support a busy personal injury and litigation practice. In this role, you will work closely with the attorney and legal team to keep active litigation matters moving forward, ensure deadlines are met, and maintain accurate and well organized case files. The ideal candidate is proactive, detail oriented, and confident working independently in a fast paced environment where priorities can shift quickly. This opportunity is well suited for someone who understands the litigation process, anticipates the next steps in a case, and takes pride in producing precise, high quality work.

Schedule

Monday to Friday from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM [CST][CDT] (United States of America)

Your Responsibilities Will Include but Are Not Limited To

• Maintaining accurate and detailed case notes, records, and litigation documentation
• Coordinating with opposing counsel and paralegals regarding scheduling, documentation, and case-related matters
• Reviewing applicable Rules of Civil Procedure and ensuring litigation tasks comply with procedural requirements
• Managing litigation calendars, including depositions, hearings, deadlines, and other critical case dates
• Monitoring deadlines and following up on pending tasks to ensure timely completionReviewing case information and documents for accuracy, completeness, and deadline compliance
• Assisting attorneys with keeping litigation matters progressing efficiently
• Preparing, organizing, and maintaining litigation files and case documentation
• Anticipating next steps in active litigation matters and taking appropriate action independently
• Identifying upcoming litigation tasks proactively and preparing necessary documents in advance
• Following up on outstanding documentation, discovery, and other case requirements
• Communicating with clients to obtain detailed and accurate information as needed
• Assisting with discovery preparation and gathering relevant information and documentation from clients
• Drafting petitions, pleadings, disclosures, discovery requests, responses, and other litigation-related documents
• Handling confidential and sensitive client information with professionalism and discretion
• Collaborating with attorneys, paralegals, case managers, and other legal team members to support case progression

What We’re Looking For

• Previous experience as a Litigation Paralegal or Legal Assistant in a litigation environment
• Hands-on experience supporting active litigation matters from inception through resolution
• Strong knowledge of litigation processes, procedures, and applicable Rules of Civil Procedure
• Experience drafting petitions, pleadings, disclosures, discovery requests, discovery responses, and other litigation-related documents
• Experience managing litigation calendars, including depositions, hearings, deadlines, and other critical case dates
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word and legal document formatting
• Experience with LexisNexis, Lexis, or Westlaw preferred
• Familiarity with legal practice management and document management systems preferred
• Comfortable working with digital case files and virtual communication platforms
• Strong ability to communicate with clients to obtain detailed and accurate information
• Professional and confident communication skills when interacting with attorneys, opposing counsel, clients, and other parties
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced litigation environment
• High attention to detail and commitment to maintaining accuracy and confidentiality in all case-related matters
• Reliable computer setup (laptop/PC, headset, stable internet min. 10 Mbps download / 5 Mbps upload)
• Quiet, distraction-free remote work environment

What’s In It for You

• Monthly compensation starting from 1700 USD to 2080 USD
• Paid time off.
• Parental leave.
• Opportunities for professional development and training
• Dedicated support from our team.
• A chance to work with clients who share our values.

DISCLAIMER: Every candidate must pass each step in our application process to become part of our team. Ensure you have all the required documentation ready to streamline your application process.