Criminal Legal Assistant

National LGBTQ+ Bar Association; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a detail-oriented Criminal Legal Assistant to join their dynamic law firm in North Carolina. This role is pivotal in supporting attorneys with case preparation and legal documentation. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in criminal law, strong organizational skills, and be bilingual in English and Spanish. This position offers a competitive salary, growth opportunities, and the chance to make a direct impact on clients’ lives. If you're ready to take on a rewarding challenge, this is the opportunity for you.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Performance-based incentives

Growth opportunities

Supportive team

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a legal assistant or in a related field, preferably in criminal law.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys with case preparation for traffic and criminal cases.
• Draft, review, and file legal documents, including motions and pleadings.
• Manage and organize case files, ensuring documentation is current.

Skills

Bilingual (English and Spanish)

Legal Research

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Experience as a Legal Assistant

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Description

Join our dynamic law firm specializing in criminal and traffic law in North Carolina. We are dedicated to providing exceptional legal services to clients and are looking for a detail-oriented Criminal Legal Assistant to support our attorneys in delivering the best outcomes.

Description

Join our dynamic law firm specializing in criminal and traffic law in North Carolina. We are dedicated to providing exceptional legal services to clients and are looking for a detail-oriented Criminal Legal Assistant to support our attorneys in delivering the best outcomes.

**MUST BE BILINGUAL IN ENGLISH AND SPANISH**

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys with case preparation for traffic and criminal cases.
• Draft, review, and file legal documents, including motions, pleadings, and discovery materials.
• Manage and organize case files, ensuring all documentation is current and accessible.
• Communicate effectively with clients, witnesses, and opposing counsel to gather essential information.
• Schedule court appearances, client meetings, and attorney appointments.
• Conduct legal research on traffic and criminal laws and court procedures.
• Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with the utmost discretion.
• Translate English to Spanish and Spanish to English
  
  

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a legal assistant or in a related field, preferably in criminal law.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Proficiency in legal research and familiarity with legal terminology.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  
  

Must be bilingual

About Vasquez Law Firm,PLLC

About Vasquez Law Firm, PLLC

With more than 35 years of combined legal experience, we know what is at stake, and we know how to get results in a wide range of practice areas. If you are facing a difficult situation, we are ready to put our experience and client-focused approach to work for you and your family.

We help immigrants and their families navigate the legal aspects of immigration, criminal defense, personal injury, and workers' compensation issues in their own language, connecting them with resources to improve their lives far beyond their court cases.

If you have the drive and the skills to contribute to our mission and are ready to take on this challenging yet rewarding role, we would love to hear from you.

• Competitive salary + performance-based incentives.
• Growth opportunities within the firm.
• Supportive team and professional development opportunities.
• The opportunity to make a direct impact on clients’ lives.

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