Litigation Assistant - Spanish

Bush Law Group; Bogotá ciudad, Medellín; Presencial; COP 17.159.000 - 25.739.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Flexible work arrangements

Career advancement

Supportive team culture

Descripción de la vacante

Bush & Bush Law Group in Bogotá is seeking a Personal Injury Litigation Assistant to support attorneys and paralegals in our Bogotá office. The role focuses on document prep, case file management, discovery support, and trial preparation to help move cases toward resolution.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Law or related field, experience in a U.S. legal environment, and strong organizational and communication skills.

Formación

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

Responsabilidades

• Draft and prepare legal documents, pleadings, discovery requests, and correspondence.
• Organize and maintain case files, ensuring easy access to documents.
• Support discovery by gathering, summarizing evidence, and preparing binders.
• Manage case calendars, deadlines, and hearings with the legal team.
• Communicate with clients and provide case updates as needed.
• Assist with trial materials, including exhibits and trial binders.
• Conduct basic legal research and summarize findings for attorneys.

Conocimientos

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Customer-service oriented

Educación

Bachelor’s degree in Law or related field

Herramientas

Microsoft Office Suite

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 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- $6 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.