Litigation Assistant - English/Spanish

Bush and Bush Law Group; Bogotá; Remote; COP 17,436,000 - 21,795,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Positive Culture

Impactful Role

Professional Growth

Work-Life Balance

Job summary

Bush & Bush Law Group is seeking a Personal Injury Litigation Assistant to support our legal team in personal injury and employment law matters. You will work with attorneys and paralegals to manage case files, draft documents, and assist with trial preparations.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Law or related field, experience in a U.S. legal environment, strong organizational skills, and excellent written and verbal communication.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Law or related field.
• Experience: Prior U.S. legal environment experience required; personal injury law preferred.
• Skills: Strong organizational skills and multitasking.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication; customer-service mindset.
• Technical: Proficiency in MS Office; familiarity with legal research databases.
• Team: Collaborative in fast-paced setting.

Responsibilities

• Draft and prepare pleadings, discovery requests, and correspondence.
• Organize and maintain case files for quick access.
• Summarize discovery responses and manage binders.
• Maintain case calendars with deadlines and hearings.
• Communicate with clients and provide case progress updates.
• Prepare trial materials and exhibits.
• Perform basic legal research and summarize findings.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Verbal communication

Written communication

Team player

Customer-service orientation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Law

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

Outlook

Legal research databases

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.

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