Legal Assistant, Legal & Litigation Support Specialist

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. Communicate case updates to clients and coordinate client appointments, including appointments with individuals in custody .

Posted 11/10/2026full-timeRemote • Brazil, Honduras, El Salvador, Colombia, Chile, South Africa, Argentina, Peru, MexicoMid-LevelSenior💰 $1,527 per monthWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in legal support tasks, including drafting legal documents, managing case files, and coordinating client communications. Proficient in Clio Manage and maintaining confidentiality while handling sensitive information.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Legal Assistant ExperienceClio Manage ProficiencyStrong Written English SkillsClient Communication SkillsAttention to Detail

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Hard Skills

Drafting Legal DocumentsManaging Case FilesProcessing Court NoticesScheduling Court SettingsOrganizing Discovery Materials

Soft Skills

ProfessionalismSound JudgmentEmotional ResilienceProblem-Solving AbilitiesTask Management

Tools & Technologies

Clio ManageMissouri Case.netCourtDrive

Industry Keywords

Legal SupportConfidentiality AgreementCourt Personnel CommunicationClient ServiceAdministrative Tasks

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Communicate case updates to clients and coordinate client appointments, including appointments with individuals in custody
Process and follow up on tasks assigned by attorneys after each court appearance
Monitor and process court notices through Missouri Case.net and CourtDrive
Manage court calendars and schedule court settings, accurately recording dates and deadlines
Request, collect, organize, and maintain discovery materials for assigned cases
Draft routine legal documents, including motions, entries of appearance, and client letters, using established templates
Review, organize, clear, and file case-related emails and legal documents in Clio Manage
Maintain accurate and up-to-date electronic case files and documentation
Communicate professionally with clients, court personnel, and attorneys by phone and email
Handle sensitive client communications with patience, professionalism, and sound judgment
Complete assigned administrative and legal support tasks accurately and within established deadlines
Maintain strict confidentiality when managing privileged legal information

Requirements

What you’ll need

Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM CST
Work according to Central Standard Time (Missouri)
Previous experience as a Legal Assistant or Paralegal
Experience with or willingness to learn Clio Manage
Strong written English skills
Ability to communicate effectively by phone with clients and court personnel
Willingness to sign a confidentiality agreement
Ability to successfully complete a criminal background check
Ability to handle sensitive information with professionalism and discretion
Highly organized and meticulous, with strong attention to detail
Independent thinker with sound judgment and problem-solving abilities
Trustworthy, reliable, and accountable for work quality and accuracy
Patient and emotionally resilient when dealing with challenging or intolerant callers
Strong written and verbal English communication skills
Excellent telephone communication and client service skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
Strong follow-through and task management skills
Ability to work independently while maintaining effective communication with attorneys and team members
Professionalism and discretion when handling confidential and privileged information

Benefits

Comp & perks

Remote work opportunity
Great Place to Work Certification workplace culture