Litigation Assistant

Bush Law Group; Bogotá, Medellín; Remote; COP 17,618,000 - 22,023,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Positive culture

Impactful role

Professional growth

Work-life balance

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

Bush & Bush Law Group is seeking a motivated Personal Injury Litigation Assistant to support our attorneys and paralegals in a fast-paced environment in Bogotá. You will help draft documents, manage case files, and assist with discovery and trial preparation while maintaining client communications and calendars.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Law or related field or equivalent experience, plus prior U.S. legal environment work.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Law or related field or equivalent professional experience.
• Experience in a U.S. legal environment is required; personal injury preferred, employment law a plus.
• Strong organizational, communication, and multitasking abilities.

Responsibilities

• Document Preparation: Draft and prepare legal documents including pleadings, discovery requests, and correspondence.
• Case File Management: Organize and maintain case files with accessible document filing.
• Discovery Support: Manage discovery processes, gather and summarize evidence, create binders.
• Calendar Management: Track deadlines, appointments, and hearings for the team.
• Client Communication: Provide case updates and respond to client inquiries.
• Trial Preparation: Prepare materials for trial, including exhibits and trial binders.
• Research Assistance: Conduct basic legal research and summarize findings.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Verbal & written communication

Customer service

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Law or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Join Bush & Bush Law Group as a Litigation Assistant!

At Bush & Bush Law Group, we are committed to providing outstanding legal representation to our clients in personal injury and employment law cases. Our firm is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Personal Injury Litigation Assistant to provide essential support to our legal team.

Position Overview:
As a Litigation Assistant, you will work closely with attorneys and paralegals to ensure the efficient functioning of our litigation processes. Your organizational skills and attention to detail will be crucial in managing case files, preparing documents, and assisting with trial preparations.

Compensations : $4- $5 an hour.

Key Responsibilities:

• Document Preparation: Assist in drafting and preparing legal documents, including pleadings, discovery requests, and correspondence.
• Case File Management: Organize and maintain case files, ensuring that all documents are accurately filed and easily accessible.
• Discovery Support: Help attorneys and paralegals manage discovery by gathering and summarizing evidence, organizing responses, and creating discovery binders.
• Calendar Management: Maintain and monitor case calendars, ensuring all deadlines, appointments, and hearings are tracked and communicated to the legal team.
• Client Communication: Serve as a point of contact for clients, providing updates on case progress and assisting with client inquiries as needed.
• Trial Preparation: Assist in preparing materials for trial, including creating exhibits and organizing trial binders.
• Research Assistance: Conduct basic legal research as instructed and summarize findings for attorneys.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Law or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• Experience: Prior experience working in a U.S. legal environment is required. Experience inpersonal injury lawis preferred, and experience in employment lawwill be considered a strong plus.
• Skills: Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a customer-service-oriented approach.
• Technical Proficiency: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and familiarity with legal research databases is preferred.
• Team Player: A collaborative attitude and willingness to support team members in a fast-paced environment.

• Positive Culture:Be part of a supportive and innovative team.
• Impactful Role:Play a critical role in shaping the future of a growing firm.
• Professional Growth:Opportunities for career advancement and ongoing professional development.
• Work-Life Balance:Flexible work arrangements to support a healthy balance between personal and professional life.