Korean Speaking Legal Assistant - Paralegal

Sul Lee Law Firm, PLLC; Dallas (TX); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental & Vision Insurance

Paid time off

401(k) and company match of 4%

Professional development assistance

Job summary

Sul Lee Law Firm, PLLC in Dallas, TX is seeking a Korean-speaking legal assistant/paralegal to support our litigation team. This hybrid role blends onsite work with one remote day per week, handling case management, translations, and drafting shells for pleadings.

The ideal candidate is fluent in Korean, has strong organization and communication skills, and is comfortable coordinating with attorneys and clients. No experience required; 1–2 years preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum: No experience required; 1–2 years in admin/accounting or legal work preferred.
• Fluent Korean reading, speaking, and writing.
• Strong oral and written communication abilities.
• Excellent time-management and organizational skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, Word).
• Experience in construction is a strong plus.

Responsibilities

• Case management: maintain files and track deadlines for litigation cases.
• Translation and interpretation of legal documents between Korean and English, including live interpretation.
• Legal drafting: prepare shell pleadings, discovery requests/responses, subpoenas, and basic motions.
• Discovery & E-Discovery support: collect and Bates-stamp documents, classify Korean-language materials.
• Client liaison: be primary contact for Korean-speaking business owners and executives.

Job description

Korean Speaking Legal Assistant - Paralegal

Sul Lee Law Firm, PLLC Dallas, Texas, United States

About this position

We are seeking a Korean-speaking legal assistant/paralegal to support our growing legal team. The ideal candidate for this position will work as part of a team to support attorneys in all matters related to litigation.

Hybrid Position (Onsite 4 Days, Remote 1 Day)

Benefits: After Probationary Period:

• Health Insurance
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• Paid time off
• 401(k) and company match of 4%
• Professional development assistance

Compensation: $20 - $25 hourly DOE

Responsibilities

• Case Management: Maintain organized physical and digital files for complex business litigation cases; track deadlines and manage the firm’s master calendar.
• Translation & Interpretation: Translate legal correspondence, contracts, and evidence (emails, texts, memos) from Korean to English and vice versa. Provide live interpretation during client meetings, intake interviews, and occasionally during preparation for depositions.
• Legal Drafting: Prepare shells for pleadings, discovery requests/responses, subpoenas, and basic motions.
• Discovery & E-Discovery: Assist with the collection and "Bates stamping" of documents, specifically ensuring Korean-language documents are correctly categorized for review.
• Client Liaison: Serve as the primary point of contact for Korean-speaking business owners and executives, providing status updates and gathering necessary documentation.

Qualifications

Minimum: No experience is required, but 1-2 years of experience in administrative/accounting or legal work is preferred.

Skills:

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Native or fluent in Korean (reading, speaking, and writing).
• Excellent time-management and organizational skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, Word).
• Experience in construction is a strong plus.

About Company

At Sul Lee Law Firm, our mission is simple:We liberate businesses from disputes.We help business owners, contractors, and companies navigate complex commercial and construction disputes so they can focus on growth rather than litigation. We are a growing, enterprising firm that values initiative, critical thinking, and professional development. We offer health benefits, paid time off, retirement benefits, and opportunities for advancement.