Criminal Defense Virtual Paralegal

The United Firm | La Liga Defensora, APC; Bogotá; Presencial; COP 89.097.972 - 124.737.161; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

The United Firm | La Liga Defensora, APC, located in Bogotá, is seeking an experienced Criminal Defense Paralegal/Virtual Assistant to enhance their expert legal team. This role requires a collaborative approach to maintain high standards in managing criminal matters, including legal research and document preparation.

The ideal candidate will have at least one year of Criminal Defense experience, be bilingual in English and Spanish, and possess expertise in case management software. As part of a diverse and inclusive work environment, this position offers the opportunity to contribute significantly to client outcomes.

Formación

• At least 1 year of Criminal Defense experience required.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) required.
• Paralegal or legal experience necessary.
• Experience with Case Management Software.

Responsabilidades

• Maintain communication with clients and provide case updates promptly.
• Process criminal cases for trial preparation, including legal documents, data entry, and correspondence.
• Complete a daily court calendar and issue discovery to defense attorneys.
• Prepare subpoenas and cancel subpoenas when trials are completed.
• Request criminal history documentation and prepare files for court.

Conocimientos

Criminal Defense Experience

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Case Management Software

Descripción del empleo

At The United Firm | La Liga Defensora, our expert legal team is a driving force behind our continued success. We’re in search of an experienced Criminal Defense Paralegal/Virtual Assistant to join this team and help maintain the standard of excellence for which we’re known. The Criminal Defense Paralegal/Virtual Assistant will have an immediate effect on our operations, guiding us toward positive outcomes with comprehensive legal research, document creation, and database maintenance. You and your team will work in collaboration to ensure that criminal matters within the department are moving along. As the Criminal Defense Virtual Assistant, you will have a working knowledge of current legislative and regulatory guidelines and experience in Criminal Defense. The United Firm | La Liga Defensora is proud to offer comprehensive, specialized services, which start with our own attention to the letter of the law.

Responsibilities

• Maintain communication with clients and provide case updates promptly
• Process criminal cases for trial preparation, including legal documents, data entry, and correspondence.
• Complete a daily court calendar, obtain jury panels, and issue discovery to defense attorneys.
• Prepare subpoenas and cancel subpoenas when trials are completed, dismissed, or continued.
• Enter revocation petitions and prepare files for court.
• Request criminal history documentation, including national, state, and local criminal histories, booking photos, arrest records, juvenile criminal histories, and Bureau of Motor Vehicles records.
• Perform a variety of office‑related activities to support Department functions, including back‑up of co‑workers and front desk responsibilities that involve dealing directly with the public regarding criminal complaints.

Qualifications

• At least 1 years of Criminal Defense experience required.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) required.
• Paralegal or legal experience.
• Experience with Case Management Software.
• Based in LATAM.

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The United Firm | La Liga Defensora is an equal employment opportunity employer, and we welcome everyone regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or genetics. We’re dedicated to providing an inclusive, open, and diverse work environment.