Litigation Assistant

Bush & Bush Law Group; Bogotá ciudad; Presencial; COP 17.159.000 - 21.449.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Positive Culture

Impactful Role

Professional Growth

Work-Life Balance

Descripción de la vacante

Bush & Bush Law Group is seeking a motivated Litigation Assistant to support our legal team in personal injury and employment law matters.

You will draft and prepare documents, manage case files, assist with discovery and trial prep, handle calendars, and communicate with clients in a collaborative, fast-paced environment in Bogotá.

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree in Law or related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• Prior experience in a U.S. legal environment is required; personal injury law preferred; employment law a plus.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail; ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Excellent verbal and written communication with a customer-service orientation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with legal research databases.

Responsabilidades

• Draft and prepare legal documents including pleadings and discovery requests.
• Organize and maintain case files for easy access.
• Assist with discovery: gather, summarize evidence, create binders.
• Manage case calendars, deadlines, and hearings.
• Communicate with clients and provide case updates.
• Prepare materials for trial and organize exhibits.
• Conduct basic legal research and summarize findings.

Conocimientos

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Verbal and written communication

Customer-service orientation

Team player

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Law or related field

Herramientas

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Legal research databases

Descripción del empleo

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 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.

Requirements

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 in personal injury law is preferred, and experience in employment law will 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.

Benefits

• 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.