V105 - Criminal Law Legal Assistant
About The Position
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: Job Duck is seeking a dedicated and bilingual Legal Assistant to support a fast-paced law practice focused on criminal and traffic law, with additional exposure to real estate matters. In this role, you will act as a critical partner in daily legal operations, helping ensure clients receive timely, organized, and compassionate support—often during stressful situations. Your work will directly impact case flow, client experience, and the efficiency of the practice, balancing legal tasks with administrative coordination throughout the year. This position is ideal for someone who is self-driven, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing responsibilities independently while communicating clearly and professionally. Candidates who thrive are proactive, emotionally intelligent, and confident navigating legal terminology in a remote setting.
Requirements
- Experience in criminal law
- High attention to detail and accuracy
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Independent and self-motivated work style
- Emotional intelligence and client empathy
- Ability to prioritize tasks and stay on top of deadlines
- Professional written and verbal communication skills
Responsibilities
- Conduct legal and factual research as needed
- Manage and organize emails and case files
- Schedule client meetings, phone calls, and court dates
- Communicate with clients to gather information and documents
- Draft legal motions and basic legal correspondence
- Balance legal work and administrative support based on seasonal workload
- E-file legal documents and court submissions
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
