Paralegal Assistant

MCI; San Fernando; On-site; PHP 100,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-growing tech-enabled business services firm in the Philippines is seeking a Legal Assistant to support document preparation, conduct legal research, and assist attorneys in a professional office environment. Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree in Paralegal Studies or Legal Studies, strong communication skills, and attention to detail. The role includes competitive benefits and opportunities for growth.

Benefits

Health Insurance – HMO Coverage

Dental Coverage

Meal and allowance benefits

Performance and loyalty bonuses

Employee shuttle services

Opportunities for growth and promotion

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a legal environment, law firm, or corporate legal department.
• Knowledge of legal terminology, court procedures, and litigation processes.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a legal team.

Responsibilities

• Draft and prepare legal documents including pleadings and contracts.
• Conduct legal research and summarize relevant statutes and regulations.
• Serve as a liaison between attorneys, clients, and third parties.

Skills

Legal research methods

Written communication

Verbal communication

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Paralegal Studies or Legal Studies

Paralegal certificate or relevant professional certification

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Legal software applications

Job description

Position Overview

MCI is one of the fastest‑growing tech‑enabled business services companies in the USA, with a strong call center footprint and operations that extend across multiple countries. We deliver Customer Experience (CX), Business Process Outsourcing (BPO), and Anything‑as‑a‑Service (XaaS) cloud technology solutions across a wide range of industries. Our contact centers are powered by both on‑site and remote agents, leveraging advanced technologies to enhance customer journeys, drive scalability and reduce costs.

Position Responsibilities

• Draft and prepare legal documents, including pleadings, motions, briefs, contracts, and correspondence, using word processing and legal software.
• Format, proofread, and edit legal documents for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with court rules and procedural requirements.
• Assist with case file organization, maintenance, and documentation, including indexing, filing, and retrieval of legal documents and correspondence.
• Coordinate court filings, document service, and delivery of legal notices, subpoenas, and discovery requests as directed by attorneys and paralegals.
• Conduct legal research using online databases, case law libraries, and other resources to gather relevant statutes, regulations, and precedent for case preparation and strategy.
• Summarize and analyze legal authorities, opinions, and findings to assist attorneys and paralegals in case evaluation, argument development, and client representation.
• Serve as a liaison between attorneys, clients, and third parties, managing communication, scheduling appointments, and coordinating meetings, depositions, and court appearances.
• Provide responsive and professional assistance to clients, addressing inquiries, providing status updates, and conveying attorney instructions and legal advice as appropriate.
• Assist with calendar management, scheduling, and deadline tracking for attorney assignments, court appearances, and case‑related events.
• Prepare expense reports, time entries, and billing statements for client invoicing and accounting purposes.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of client information, case details, and privileged communications in accordance with ethical standards and attorney‑client privilege.
• Ensure compliance with legal and procedural requirements, including court rules, filing deadlines, and document retention policies.

Candidate Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Paralegal Studies or Legal Studies.
• Paralegal certificate or relevant professional certification is a plus.
• Proven experience in a legal environment, law firm, or corporate legal department.
• Proficiency in legal research methods, citation formats, and online research tools.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with attorneys, clients, and colleagues.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple assignments in a fast‑paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and legal software applications.
• Knowledge of legal terminology, court procedures, and litigation processes.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a legal team, demonstrating professionalism, discretion, and integrity.

Conditions of Employment

• Must be authorized to work in the country where the job is based.
• Must be willing to submit up to a Level II background and/or security investigation with a fingerprint. Job offers are contingent on background/security investigation results.
• Must be willing to submit to drug screening. Job offers are contingent on drug screening results.

Compensation & Benefits

Starting compensation is based on experience, and we offer a variety of benefits and incentives to support and reward our team members.

• Health Insurance – HMO Coverage with dependent coverage.
• Dental Coverage – in‑house assistance worth ₱5,000.
• Meal and allowance benefits for training, rice, clothing, laundry, and meals.
• Performance and loyalty bonuses.
• Frequent workplace disinfection, fogging.
• Employee shuttle services, company retreats, and off‑site events.
• Opportunities for growth, promotion, and learning.
• Recognition gifts and in‑office rewards.

Physical Requirements

This job operates in a professional office environment. The employee will be largely sedentary, seated or standing for long periods while using a computer and telephone headset. The employee may occasionally be required to move about the office, reach in any direction, raise or lower objects, and move objects up to forty (40) pounds.

Reasonable Accommodation

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), it is the policy of MCI and its affiliates to provide reasonable accommodations when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability unless such accommodations would cause undue hardship.

Diversity and Equality

At MCI and its subsidiaries, we embrace differences and believe diversity benefits our employees, company, customers, and community. All aspects of employment at MCI are based solely on a person's merit and qualifications. MCI maintains a work environment free from discrimination, where employees are treated with dignity and respect. MCI does not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. MCI will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment in a manner consistent with local and federal requirements.

Disclaimer

The purpose of the above job description is to provide potential candidates with a general overview of the role. It is not an all‑inclusive list of the duties, responsibilities, skills, and qualifications required for the job. You may be asked by your supervisors or managers to perform other duties. You will be evaluated in part based on your performance of the tasks listed in this job description. The employer has the right to revise this job description at any time. This job description is not an employment contract, and either you or the employer may terminate employment at any time for any reason.