V105 - Legal Assistant | Legal Support Coordinator

Job Duck is hiring a virtual

V105 - Legal Assistant | Legal Support Coordinator

Job Duck is a virtual staffing company that matches candidates to work from home for a single U.S.-based business, in most cases a law firm.

Job Description:

Summary We are seeking a skilled professional to provide essential support in managing a busy legal practice. In this role, you will organize documents, manage calendars, and help build efficient workflows that keep cases moving smoothly. You’ll also play a key role in client communication, discovery, and trial preparation, ensuring every detail is handled with care. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys structure, thrives on precision, and takes pride in being the reliable partner that keeps a legal team running at its best. •Monthly compensation ranging from 1,150 to 1,220 USD Responsibilities include, but are not limited to • Managing attorney phones, calendar, and scheduling • Overseeing case management system (Lawcus) including court and trial deadlines • Requesting documents from clients and handling discovery • Drafting and proofreading pleadings and motions • Managing e-filing and service of process • Coordinating with co-counsel and sending emails to counsel • Acting as the main client contact and handling client communication • Organizing internal digital files with consistent naming conventions • Sorting large PDFs into individual documents • Saving incoming correspondence into client folders • Sending weekly “to do” and deadline emails to staff • Attending meetings, preparing summaries, and following up with staff • Managing trial preparation, including digital binders and trial documents • Creating timelines from large volumes of documents • Coordinating appointments, travel, and related logistics

Key Skills

• Strong oral and written communication skills • Excellent organizational and time management abilities • Proficiency in drafting pleadings, motions, and discovery responses • Familiarity with e-filing and court procedures • Project and workflow management experience a plus • Experience with U.S. personal injury or insurance law is a bonus • Proactive and resourceful • Highly detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy • Loyal and discreet with sensitive information • Friendly, positive, and team-oriented • Empathetic and motivated to make a positive impact for clients Requirements • 1-2 years - prior experience as a legal assistant, paralegal, or executive assistant in a law firm setting • Experience with pleadings, motions, and discovery required • Comfort handling large volumes of documents and deadlines • Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously • Strong proofreading skills and attention to detail Software • Lawcus (case management system) • Familiarity with Clio, Practice Panther, MyCase, or similar systems preferred Working Schedule • Monday to Friday from 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM

  Languages:

English

We believe that Every Great Person Deserves a Great Job. This position is home-based, allowing you to work from the comfort of your own home. So, take the first step and apply now!

Our application process involves multiple stages, and submitting your application is just the beginning. Every candidate needs to successfully pass each stage to become part of our team.

Please keep an eye on your email and WhatsApp for the next steps, as we'll assign someone to guide you through the application process. Be sure to check your spam folder as well.

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