Remote (California Exp.) Bilingual Paralegal / Legal Assistant

Reliable; Ciudad de México; A distancia; MXN 200,000 - 400,000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Una firma legal innovadora busca un paralegal bilingüe con experiencia en litigios en California. Esta posición remota requiere habilidades excepcionales en redacción legal y gestión de casos, así como fluidez en inglés y español. El candidato ideal apoyará a los abogados en la gestión de casos de acción de clase y PAGA, asegurando el cumplimiento de los procedimientos judiciales. Si tienes un enfoque meticuloso y una pasión por el derecho, esta es una oportunidad emocionante para contribuir a casos significativos en un entorno dinámico.

Formación

• Mínimo 2 años de experiencia como asistente legal o paralegal, enfocado en litigios de acción de clase.
• Fluidez bilingüe en inglés y español, con excelentes habilidades de comunicación.

Responsabilidades

• Asistir a abogados en la gestión de casos de acción de clase y PAGA, incluyendo el seguimiento de plazos.
• Preparar documentos legales, incluyendo solicitudes de descubrimiento y notificaciones de PAGA.

Conocimientos

Litigation Practice Experience

Legal Writing

Bilingual Communication

Organizational Skills

California Labor Laws Knowledge

Educación

Bachelor’s degree in Legal Studies

Herramientas

Microsoft Office Suite

E-discovery Platforms

Descripción del empleo

Direct message the job poster from Reliable

Job Title:

Remote Bilingual (California Law experience) Paralegal / Legal Assistant

Location:

Remote (Must be available to work California business hours)

Position Overview:

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Spanish Bilingual Paralegal / Legal Assistant to join our client's law firm based in California. ***MUST have litigation practice experience in employment (discovery, etc.).***

This role focuses on supporting attorneys with class action and PAGA (Private Attorneys General Act) claims, requiring strong litigation experience and expertise in these areas. Strong proficiency in legal writing in English and relevant practice experience is required for this position.

Responsibilities:

1. Case Management: Assist attorneys in managing class action and PAGA cases, including tracking deadlines, maintaining case files, and organizing evidence. Coordinate and prepare documents for multi-plaintiff cases, ensuring compliance with California and federal court procedures.
2. Legal Document Preparation: Draft, proofread, and format legal documents such as pleadings, discovery requests and responses. Prepare PAGA notices, including detailed summaries of alleged violations and supporting evidence, using an existing template.
3. Client Communication: Serve as a point of contact for class action plaintiffs and PAGA claimants, providing updates and gathering necessary information in both English and Spanish. Conduct client interviews and assist with declarations to support.
4. Discovery and Evidence Collection: Assist with the collection, review, and organization of discovery materials, including employee records and wage and hour data. Support attorneys in preparing for depositions, mediations, and trials.
5. Administrative Support: Manage attorney calendars, schedule meetings, and coordinate court filings. Provide additional administrative assistance as needed to support case progression.

Qualifications:

1. Minimum of 2 years of experience as legal assistant or paralegal, with a focus on class action litigation and claims.
2. Demonstrated experience in California litigation procedures and multi-plaintiff case management.
3. Bachelor’s degree in Legal Studies or a related field preferred.
4. Bilingual fluency in English and Spanish, with excellent verbal and written communication skills in both languages.
5. Strong knowledge of California labor laws, claims, and class action procedures.
6. Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
7. Familiarity with e-discovery platforms and document review tools.
8. Advanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).

Seniority Level

• Entry level

Employment Type

• Full-time

Industries

• Outsourcing and Offshoring Consulting