V105 - Criminal Appellate Support Specialist

Job Duck LLC; United States; Remote; USD 13,000 - 14,000; Full time

Job summary

Job Duck LLC is seeking a detail-oriented Criminal Appellate Support Specialist to assist a criminal appeals practice. You will manage case workflows, prepare legal documents, and ensure deadlines and filings are handled accurately while communicating with clients and families.

This remote role operates on EST with standard weekday hours and requires bilingual English/Spanish communication. Ideal candidates have 1-2 years in a legal support role, strong organizational skills, and experience with

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience as a legal assistant or in a law firm.
• Experience filing legal documents through court systems.
• Legal document preparation experience.
• Strong attention to detail and organization.
• Ability to prioritize multiple deadlines with accuracy.
• Fluent in English and Spanish, with professional client communication.
• Familiarity with Clio products is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate records and case documentation.
• Track case progress and help ensure deadlines are met.
• Support daily legal operations for the office manager and paralegal.
• Monitor active cases and follow up on pending items.
• Organize legal files and correspondence for efficient retrieval.
• Coordinate with team members to support ongoing matters.
• Prepare summaries and status reports for cases and clients.
• Communicate with inmates' family members regarding case updates.
• File final documents and representation agreements with courts.
• Produce legal documents using established templates.

Skills

Legal document preparation

Legal filings

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Time management

Bilingual English/Spanish

Client service

Case tracking

Independent work

Proactive mindset

Communication skills

Tools

Clio Grow

Clio Manage

Cadence Consult

RingCentral

Google Workspace

Law Pay

Job description

For ambitious, culturally diverse, curious minds seeking booming careers, Job Duck unlocks and nurtures your potential. We connect you with rewarding, remote job opportunities with US-based employers who recognize and appreciate your skills, allowing you to not just survive but thrive. As a lifestyle company, we ensure that everybody working here has a fantastic time, which is why we’ve earned the Great Place to Work Certification every year since 2022!

Job Description

At Job Duck, we connect talented professionals with opportunities that make a meaningful impact. We are seeking a Criminal Appellate Support Specialist to support a criminal appeals law practice by helping manage case workflows, preparing legal documentation, and ensuring important deadlines and filings are handled accurately. This role is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, highly organized, and proactive in keeping cases moving forward. The successful candidate will work closely with legal staff, communicate with clients and their families, and play a key role in maintaining smooth day-to-day operations. If you thrive in a fast-paced legal environment and enjoy providing critical administrative and legal support, we encourage you to apply.

Monthly Compensation Range: From 1,142 to 1,220 USD

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate records and case documentation
• Track case progress and help ensure deadlines are met
• Assist the Office Manager and Paralegal with daily legal operations
• Help monitor active cases and follow up on pending items
• Organize legal files and correspondence
• Coordinate with internal team members to support ongoing legal matters
• Prepare summaries and status reports for cases and clients
• Communicate with inmates' family members regarding case updates and information
• File final documents and representation agreements through court systems
• Produce legal documents using established templates

Requirements

• 1-2 years of experience working as a legal assistant or in a law firm
• Strong experience filing legal documents through court systems
• Legal document preparation experience
• Strong attention to detail
• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to prioritize multiple deadlines
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in both English and Spanish
• Professional client service approach
• Case tracking and follow up skills
• Ability to work independently
• Proactive mindset
• Time management skills
• Clio experience preferred
• Clear and professional speaking voice

Location and Working Hours

Location and timezone: Remote, Eastern Standard Time (EST)

Working Hours: Monday to Friday

Expected call volume: Light (1-5 calls per day)

Software and Tools Required

• CRM: Clio Grow, Clio Manage, Cadence Consult
• VOIP: RingCentral
• Email/Calendar: Google Workspace, Law Pay

Work Shift: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM [EST][EDT] (United States of America)

Languages: English, Spanish