Legal Assistant

Virtual Staffing Careers; Bogotá ciudad; A distancia; COP 21.449.000 - 42.899.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Healthcare insurance

Paid time off

Birthday bonus

Referral bonus

Annual performance bonus

Retirement Plan

Descripción de la vacante

Virtual Staffing Careers is seeking a Legal Administrative Assistant to support attorneys remotely, handling document preparation, research, calendar management, and client communications from home.

The ideal candidate has U.S. law firm experience, excellent English skills (C1+), and bilingual Spanish/English, with strong organizational abilities and discretion for confidential matters. US business hours are expected.

Formación

• Must have experience in a U.S. law firm or U.S.-based legal company.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Excellent English communication skills (C1 or higher).
• Bilingual fluency in Spanish and English essential.
• Previous Administrative Assistant experience in a U.S. law firm/company preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Draft and format legal documents such as contracts, pleadings, and motions.
• Proofread documents for grammar, clarity, and legal accuracy.
• Prepare standardized legal templates and forms.
• Organize, label, and maintain legal files for easy retrieval.
• Schedule court dates and manage attorney calendars.
• Respond to client emails and calls professionally.
• Enter billable time and generate basic invoices.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of sensitive documents.

Conocimientos

English proficiency

Bilingual Spanish/English

U.S. law firm experience

Organization skills

Confidentiality

Tech-savvy

Educación

High school diploma

Herramientas

Case management software

CRM software

Microsoft Office

Descripción del empleo

Are you passionate about the legal field and value the flexibility of working remotely?

Join our team as a Legal Administrative Assistant and play a key role in supporting attorneys, managing documents, and ensuring smooth day-to-day legal operations—all from the comfort of your home. Strong English communication skills and prior U.S. law firm or U.S.-based legal experience are required.

What You’ll Be Doing:

Document Preparation

• Draft and format legal documents such as contracts, pleadings, and motions.
• Proofread documents for grammar, clarity, and legal accuracy.
• Prepare standardized legal templates and forms.
• Organize, label, and maintain legal files for easy and efficient retrieval.

Research Assistance

• Conduct research on statutes, case law, and regulations.
• Summarize key findings and prepare reports for attorney review.
• Locate supporting documents for briefs and filings.
• Track and monitor changes in relevant laws and legal trends.

Calendar & Task Management

• Schedule court dates, consultations, and key deadlines.
• Send automated reminders and confirmations to clients and staff.
• Coordinate calendars across attorneys and departments.
• Maintain accurate records of hearings, meetings, and case events.

Client Communication

• Professionally respond to client emails and calls.
• Conduct client intake interviews and assist with document collection.
• Provide case updates and communicate next steps clearly.
• Maintain CRM entries and ensure communication logs are up to date.

Administrative Support

• Manage emails, filing systems, and case management software.
• Enter billable time and generate basic invoices.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of sensitive legal documents.
• Provide general administrative assistance to attorneys and the legal team.

What We’re Looking For:

• Mandatory: Experience working in a U.S. law firm or U.S.-based legal company.
• A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Excellent English communication skills,both written and verbal(C1 level or higher)
• Bilingual fluency in Spanish and English is essential.
• Previous experience as an Administrative Assistant or similar role in a U.S Law Firm or U.S company.
• Tech-savvy, with proficiency in computer skills and a willingness to learn case management software.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• High level of integrity and confidentiality, with a knack for working well with diverse individuals.
• Availability to work during US business hours.

System and Work Setup Requirements:

• A stable and high-speed internet connection preferably 50 MBPS or higher with backup in cases of power interruption or service provider issues.
• Own Desktop or laptop (not a tablet or chromebook), and a processor of Core i5 / AMD Ryzen 3 / 2013 Mac equivalent or higher; Windows 10 or above / Catalina 10.15 or newer; with up-to-date web browsers, and security software, 500GB/128 SSD storage.
• Headset/earphone with noise cancellation and webcam at 720p or higher resolution.
• A designated, quiet, and well-organized workspace free from distractions to facilitate focused work.

Why You’ll Love Working with Us:

• Earn a salary rate of USD $5 - $10 per hour (based on experience and skills) for a full-time commitment of 40 hours per week.
• Work from Home, no commute!
• Healthcare insurance
• Paid time off and sick leaves
• Birthday bonus
• Referral bonus
• Annual performance bonus
• Retirement Plan and more!