Legal Assistant – Investigations

Jobtailor; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking an investigative professional in Austin, TX to support active cases by working with attorneys, inspecting scenes, interviewing witnesses, and conducting background research. Responsibilities include preparing detailed reports and diagrams, organizing evidence, and leveraging online databases and social media for investigations.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree, a valid driver’s license, and strong organizational and communication skills, with Spanish language ability a

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle.
• Strong technology, internet research, and social media skills.
• Excellent organizational and communication abilities.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and with attorneys and staff.
• Previous investigative or claims adjusting experience preferred.
• Experience working in a law firm or legal environment preferred.
• Bilingual in Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with attorneys on investigative matters for active cases.
• Inspect accident scenes, vehicles, and physical evidence.
• Locate and interview witnesses.
• Conduct background investigations and research.
• Prepare detailed investigative reports and scene diagrams.
• Document findings accurately and thoroughly.
• Utilize online databases and social media platforms for investigations.
• Assist attorneys in gathering and organizing case evidence.
• Travel as needed for inspections, interviews, and investigations.
• Perform additional investigative functions as assigned.

Skills

Investigative reporting

Background investigations

Internet research

Social media utilization

Attention to detail

Organization

Communication skills

Independent work

Bilingual in Spanish

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Online databases

Social media platforms

Job description

• Work closely with attorneys and legal staff on investigative matters related to active cases
• Inspect accident scenes, vehicles, and physical evidence
• Locate and interview witnesses
• Conduct background investigations and research
• Prepare detailed investigative reports and scene diagrams
• Document findings accurately and thoroughly
• Utilize technology, online databases, and social media platforms for investigations
• Assist attorneys in gathering and organizing case evidence
• Travel as needed for inspections, interviews, and investigations
• Perform additional investigative functions as assigned

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required
• Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle
• Strong proficiency with technology, internet research, and social media platforms
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Exceptional attention to detail and thoroughness
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with attorneys and staff
• Previous investigative or claims adjusting experience preferred
• Experience working in a law firm or legal environment preferred
• Bilingual in Spanish preferred

Core Competencies

Demonstrates strong investigative skills, including the ability to conduct thorough background research, interview witnesses, and prepare detailed reports. Proficient in utilizing technology and social media for evidence gathering while maintaining exceptional attention to detail and organizational abilities.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Investigative Reporting
• Background Investigations
• Technology Proficiency
• Organizational Skills
• Bilingual in Spanish

Hard Skills

• Investigative Reporting
• Background Investigations
• Scene Diagrams
• Internet Research
• Social Media Utilization
• Attention to Detail
• Case Evidence Organization
• Accident Scene Inspection
• Witness Interviewing
• Claims Adjusting Experience

Soft Skills

• Communication Skills
• Organizational Skills
• Collaboration
• Independence

Certifications & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Valid Driver’s License

Industry Keywords

• Legal Environment
• Law Firm Experience
• Investigative Functions

Tools & Technologies

• Online Databases
• Social Media Platforms