Legal Assistant

Virtual Latinos; United States; Remote; USD 15,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Virtual Latinos is seeking a Legal Assistant for a U.S.-based personal injury law firm. The role supports client intake, medical treatment coordination, document handling, and bilingual communication to ensure timely case progression.

The candidate will coordinate medical records, draft letters, and maintain organized files while collaborating with a remote legal team. Experience in personal injury and medical terminology is valued.

Qualifications

• Experience in personal injury law is highly preferred.
• English C1+ and fluent Spanish.
• Background in the medical industry or familiarity with medical terminology is a plus.
• Knowledge of insurance claims, medical records, and legal documentation.
• Excellent client communication and a compassionate, client-focused approach.
• Ability to manage multiple cases, deadlines, and follow-ups independently.
• Comfortable collaborating with a legal team in a remote environment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate medical appointments and monitor treatment progress.
• Request, review, and organize medical records, bills, and documents.
• Draft insurance letters and other legal documents for attorney review.
• Conduct client intake calls and collect required documents.
• Provide case updates to clients via phone, email, and text.
• Translate calls and documents as needed.
• Record meeting notes and client declarations.
• Maintain client records and organize files using case management software.
• Support general legal administrative tasks and insurance claim packages.

Skills

English C1+

Fluent Spanish

Customer service

Strong organization

Tools

Case management software

Job description

Instead of applying for just one remote job, join a community where new opportunities appear every week.

Virtual Latinos has connected 5,000+ LATAM professionals with 2,500+ companies looking for skilled remote talent.

One of the opportunities currently available to our community:

Legal Assistant for a Personal Injury Law Firm

Hourly Rate: $11 - $18 USD/Hour

Part-Time Monthly Rate: $880 - $1,440 (20 hours/week)

Full-Time Monthly Rate: $1,760 - $2,880 (40 hours/week)

About the Role:

Support a U.S.-based law firm specializing in personal injury litigation and property insurance claims. Assist with client intake, medical treatment coordination, legal documentation, insurance correspondence, case management, and bilingual client communication to ensure clients receive timely support throughout their cases.

What You’ll Do

• Coordinate medical appointments, communicate with doctors' offices, and monitor client treatment progress
• Request, review, and organize medical records, bills, and supporting documentation
• Draft insurance correspondence, demand letters, and other legal documents for attorney review
• Conduct client intake calls, gather personal information, and collect required documents
• Communicate with clients via phone, email, and text to provide case updates and request missing information
• Interpret and translate calls, client statements, and legal documents
• Record meeting notes, client declarations, and testimonials
• Maintain accurate client records and organize case files using case management software
• Monitor insurance claim packages and assist with general legal administrative tasks

What We’re Looking For

• Previous experience in personal injury law is highly preferred
• English C1+ and fluent Spanish
• Background in the medical industry or familiarity with medical terminology is a plus
• Knowledge of insurance claims, medical records, and legal documentation
• Strong organization, communication, empathy, and attention to detail
• Excellent customer service skills and a compassionate, client-focused approach
• Ability to manage multiple cases, follow-ups, and deadlines independently
• Comfortable collaborating with a legal team in a remote environment
• Dual-monitor setup is a plus

Tools & Platforms

Schedule

Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM or 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM EST, with a 1-hour lunch break. Work schedules may vary depending on the position and client.

This is one of the positions available within our community. Eligibility for this role will depend on the availability of the position at the time of application.