Legal Support Attorney (US Litigation Support)

SalesOrca International Inc.; Eastern Manila District; On-site; PHP 614,000 - 949,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Exposure to US litigation

Collaborative team

Job summary

SalesOrca International Inc. is seeking a Legal Support Attorney (US Litigation Support) based in the Philippines. The role focuses on assisting in the early stages of US litigation, including research, document review, case organization, and administrative support for a California case team.

This is a full-time onsite position in Metro Manila with work during US business hours. The ideal candidate holds a JD, is licensed to practice in the Philippines, and can work independently while meeting

Qualifications

• JD degree holder and Philippine Bar licensed.
• Strong legal research and writing skills.
• Excellent English communication, written and spoken.
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• Experience in litigation or case preparation is an advantage.
• Familiarity with US or California litigation is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the initial preparation and development of litigation cases
• Conduct legal research related to California and US laws, regulations, and case precedents
• Review, organize, and summarize legal documents and evidence
• Draft legal correspondence, case summaries, and preliminary legal documents
• Prepare chronologies, intake summaries, and supporting case materials
• Coordinate and maintain case files and legal documentation
• Support the US Litigation Attorney with administrative and legal tasks as needed
• Ensure confidentiality and proper handling of sensitive legal information

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

English communication

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Time management

Independent work

Litigation experience

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Philippine Bar

Job description

Legal Support Attorney (US Litigation Support)

Salary: Php 55,000 – Php 85,000 per month

Job Description:
We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Attorney based in the Philippines to provide legal support to a US Litigation Attorney handling cases in California. The role focuses primarily on assisting in the early stages of litigation case preparation, including legal research, document review, case organization, and administrative legal support.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Philippine-based legal professional who is interested in gaining exposure to US litigation processes and working directly with an international legal team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in the initial preparation and development of litigation cases

• Conduct legal research related to California and US laws, regulations, and case precedents

• Review, organize, and summarize legal documents and evidence

• Draft legal correspondence, case summaries, and preliminary legal documents

• Prepare chronologies, intake summaries, and supporting case materials

• Coordinate and maintain case files and legal documentation

• Support the US Litigation Attorney with administrative and legal tasks as needed

• Ensure confidentiality and proper handling of sensitive legal information

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree holder

• Must be a Philippine Bar passer / Licensed Attorney in the Philippines

• Strong legal research and writing skills

• Excellent English communication skills, both written and verbal

• Highly detail-oriented with strong organizational skills

• Ability to work independently and manage deadlines effectively

• Experience in litigation, legal documentation, or case preparation is an advantage

• Familiarity with US legal processes or California litigation procedures is a plus but not required

Work Setup:

• Full-time onsite position

• Must be willing to work onsite and on US business hours / graveyard shift if needed

Why Join Us?

• Competitive salary package

• Opportunity to work with a US-based legal professional

• Exposure to international litigation processes

• Professional growth in legal support and cross-border legal operations

• Collaborative and dynamic work environment