Legal Assistant

Clerk-Tech; India; On-site; INR 167,000 - 279,000; Part time

Job summary

A legal support firm in India is looking for a Part-time Legal Assistant to manage court documents, conduct legal research, and assist with client communication. The ideal candidate has previous experience in a similar role and is familiar with court procedures and e-filing systems. This position involves approximately 4 hours each morning, where you will be responsible for various administrative tasks and support the firm's online presence through marketing efforts.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Legal Assistant, Law Clerk, or similar role.
• Familiarity with court procedures, filings, and legal documentation.
• Experience with e‑filing systems and court portals.
• Strong research, writing, and proofreading skills.
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.
• Professional communication skills (written and verbal). Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• File physical documents and manage in-person court and tribunal filings.
• Perform e‑filing through court and tribunal portals.
• Conduct legal research related to Civil, Criminal, Family Law, and Mediation.
• Act as a representative/agent at hearings, including settlement conferences, LTB case conferences, and hearings.
• Review court documents and assist with drafting legal forms and materials such as pleadings, briefs, and

Skills

Legal research

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Independent work

Tools

E-filing portals

Court portals

Job description

Preferred Schedule: Approximately 4 hours each morning

Work Type: Part-time

Practice Areas: Civil, Criminal, Family Law, Mediation (ADR)

Key Responsibilities

• File physical documents and manage in-person court and tribunal filings.
• Perform e‑filing through court and tribunal portals.
• Conduct legal research related to Civil, Criminal, Family Law, Mediation (ADR), Tribunals, and Small Claims Court.
• Act as a representative/agent at hearings, including settlement conferences, LTB case conferences, and hearings.
• Review court documents and assist with drafting legal forms and materials such as pleadings, briefs, and

Administrative & Client Support

• Draft and manage professional email correspondence with clients.
• Schedule and book meetings, hearings, and appointments.
• Handle lead communication and support client onboarding processes.
• Coordinate service arrangements with vendors such as process servers and private investigators.
• Maintain organized digital and physical files.

Marketing & Digital Support

• Assist with designing and posting social media content to support the firm’s online presence.

Requirements

• Previous experience as a Legal Assistant, Law Clerk, or similar role.
• Familiarity with court procedures, filings, and legal documentation.
• Experience with e‑filing systems and court portals.
• Strong research, writing, and proofreading skills.
• Excellent organizational and time‑management abilities.
• Professional communication skills (written and verbal).Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks.