Remote Legal Assistant

Summary

The job is for a Legal Assistant position in a legal team, requiring a bachelor's degree in law, at least two years of experience as a legal assistant or law clerk, proficiency in both English and Spanish, strong communication skills, the ability to work independently, and strong organizational skills. The job offers biweekly payments, a long-term work relationship perspective, fully remote work with 2 days off, paid vacation time, mental health support, and a collaborative and inclusive work environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in law
• Minimum of two years' experience as a legal assistant or law clerk
• Native Japanese proficiency
• Advanced English level (speaking, writing, and reading)
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Ability to work efficiently and effectively with senior legal assistants and attorneys by following instructions
• Capability to constantly analyze case strategies and perform research for optimal outcomes
• Excellent prioritization skills while adhering to deadlines
• Ability to work independently on multiple projects with minimal supervision
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to maintain a tidy workspace
• Proficiency in proofreading legal documents and ensuring accuracy
• Concise and eloquent writing skills

Responsibilities

• Manage a substantial caseload efficiently
• Communicate promptly and professionally with clients
• Prepare immigration and other legal forms if necessary
• Adhere to instructions and policies to ensure the firm's and client's well-being
• Assist attorneys with various tasks, including legal memo writing and legal research
• Work at a fast pace while maintaining attention to detail

Preferred Qualifications

Collaborative mindset and willingness to think creatively

Benefits

• Biweekly payments, free of deductions from our end
• Long-term work relationship perspective
• Fully remote job, 40 hours per week, with 2 days off
• Paid vacation time and recognition of US holidays
• Mental health support and work-life balance culture
• Collaborative and inclusive work environment
• Paid training and continuous improvement programs